Dear Jackie

Jessixa Bagley

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Dear Jackie

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jessixa Bagley

Reading Level 6 11LE 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Jackie is about to pull off the most unexpected middle school stunt: she writes herself a secret love letter! But when the whole school starts buzzing about her mysterious admirer, things get way more complicated than she ever imagined. Can Jackie outsmart the chaos she's created?

Quick Assessment

Dear Jackie is a middle-grade graphic novel that explores friendship, identity, and the challenges of fitting in during the transition to middle school. The story deals with themes of peer pressure, self-discovery, and the ups and downs of early adolescent social life. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains relatable middle school situations with light humor and no concerning content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

288 pages
ISBN
9781534496576
Pages
288
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Published
2025-09-02
Type
Fiction

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