What reading level is Connected Gaming?

Connected Gaming by Yasmin B. Kafai is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Connected Gaming appropriate for?

Connected Gaming is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LT (Light — Thematic).

What genre is Connected Gaming?

Connected Gaming is nonfiction — Education.

Does Connected Gaming have any content warnings?

Connected Gaming has a HootRating of 11LT (Light — Thematic). 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 Connected Gaming?

Connected Gaming by Yasmin B. Kafai is 224 pages.

Connected Gaming

Yasmin B. Kafai

Connected Gaming

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

What Making Video Games Can Teach Us about Learning and Literacy

by Yasmin B. Kafai

Reading Level 6 11LT Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: video games aren’t just for playing—they can teach you how to create your own games! Imagine coding, teaming up with friends, and building worlds all by yourself, but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Video gamesComputer programmingLearningCollaborationCreativityEducation

Quick Assessment

Connected Gaming explores how designing video games can boost children's coding skills, creativity, and teamwork. It emphasizes a balanced approach between learning from games and creating them, making it suitable for middle-grade readers interested in technology and collaboration. The book is educational and encourages a positive, inclusive view of gaming's role in learning.