What reading level is Boy Like Me (EBOOK)?

Boy Like Me (EBOOK) by Simon James Green is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Boy Like Me (EBOOK) appropriate for?

Boy Like Me (EBOOK) is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Boy Like Me (EBOOK)?

Boy Like Me (EBOOK) is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Boy Like Me (EBOOK) have any content warnings?

Boy Like Me (EBOOK) has a HootRating of 12ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Boy Like Me (EBOOK)?

Boy Like Me (EBOOK) by Simon James Green is 308 pages.

Boy Like Me (EBOOK)

Simon James Green

Boy Like Me (EBOOK)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Simon James Green

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Jamie flips open a hidden book in the quiet school library, heart pounding as he reads words that feel like they were written just for him. But then he notices something in the margins—someone else has been here before, leaving secret messages in the pages. Who could it be, and will Jamie find the courage to reach out?

Themes

LGBTQ+ Representation Coming of Age Friendship Social Justice Family

Quick Assessment

Set in 1994 during the enforcement of Section 28, this middle-grade novel explores a young boy's discovery of his own identity through a hidden book that reflects his feelings about boys. It sensitively addresses themes of self-discovery and LGBTQ+ experiences at a time when such topics were censored in schools, making it appropriate for ages 9-12 with thoughtful guidance. Parents should be aware of the historical context and the book's focus on emotional growth and social challenges.