What reading level is Board Games (Luna Bay (Turtleback))?

Board Games (Luna Bay (Turtleback)) by Francess Lin Lantz is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Board Games (Luna Bay (Turtleback)) appropriate for?

Board Games (Luna Bay (Turtleback)) is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Gender Bias.

What genre is Board Games (Luna Bay (Turtleback))?

Board Games (Luna Bay (Turtleback)) is fiction.

Does Board Games (Luna Bay (Turtleback)) have any content warnings?

Board Games (Luna Bay (Turtleback)) has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Gender Bias. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Board Games (Luna Bay (Turtleback))

Francess Lin Lantz

Board Games (Luna Bay (Turtleback))

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Francess Lin Lantz

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Here’s a secret: Rae is not just any surfer—she’s ready to ride the waves and challenge the unfair rules that say girls can’t compete like boys. When the boys underestimate her, everything changes, but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Sports Coming of Age Social Justice Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Rae, a determined young surfer preparing for a regional tournament while confronting gender bias in her sport. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of perseverance, equality, and standing up against unfair treatment in a relatable way.