What reading level is Deaf and hard of hearing?

Deaf and hard of hearing by Autumn Libal is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Deaf and hard of hearing appropriate for?

Deaf and hard of hearing is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Discrimination, Communication Challenges.

What genre is Deaf and hard of hearing?

Deaf and hard of hearing is fiction — Deaf.

Does Deaf and hard of hearing have any content warnings?

Deaf and hard of hearing has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Discrimination, Communication Challenges. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Deaf and hard of hearing?

Deaf and hard of hearing by Autumn Libal is 128 pages.

Deaf and hard of hearing

Autumn Libal

Deaf and hard of hearing

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Autumn Libal

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: Denzel has never heard a single sound, but that doesn’t stop him from exploring a world full of noise. He’s learning to communicate in ways others don’t expect, and discovering that being deaf is just one part of who he is— but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Deaf childrenFriendship Identity & Self-DiscoveryOvercoming Challenges

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Denzel, a deaf boy navigating a hearing world. It offers insight into the challenges and discrimination faced by deaf and hard of hearing children, while emphasizing resilience and communication. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book sensitively portrays themes of identity and inclusion.