What reading level is Clown Princess?

Clown Princess by Dustin Slavens is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Clown Princess appropriate for?

Clown Princess is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Identity & Self-Discovery.

Does Clown Princess have any content warnings?

Clown Princess has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Identity & Self-Discovery. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Clown Princess?

Clown Princess by Dustin Slavens is 118 pages.

Clown Princess

Dustin Slavens

Clown Princess

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dustin Slavens

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: Crystal’s not just any girl—she’s been trapped by a family curse that turned her into a clown for a grumpy old man’s circus. With only her nanny and the circus animals by her side, she’s discovering courage in the unlikeliest of places. But that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Fantasy World-Building Family Coming of Age Friendship

Quick Assessment

Clown Princess follows Crystal, a girl caught in a family feud and a magical spell that forces her to perform as a clown in a circus. Suitable for ages 9-12, this middle-grade fantasy explores themes of self-confidence, identity, and family secrets. The story includes mild fantasy elements and addresses personal growth through adversity.