What reading level is Contest?

Contest by Michèle Dufresne is at a Level 5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Contest appropriate for?

Contest is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 10C (Clear).

Does Contest have any content warnings?

Contest has a HootRating of 10C (Clear). 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.

Contest

Michèle Dufresne

Contest

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Contest

by Michèle Dufresne

Reading Level 5 10C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Alex and Derek are the fastest jumpers and runners you’ll ever meet — but can they prove it? When they challenge each other to a contest, it’s not just about speed and height, it’s about who has the heart to win. The outcome will change everything they thought they knew about themselves.

Themes

FriendshipCompetitionComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows two friends, Alex and Derek, as they compete to see who is the fastest and can jump the highest. The story explores themes of friendship, competition, and self-confidence suitable for ages 9 to 12. There's no intense content, making it a light and engaging read for young readers.