What reading level is December Secrets?

December Secrets by Patricia Reilly Giff is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is December Secrets appropriate for?

December Secrets is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is December Secrets?

December Secrets is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does December Secrets have any content warnings?

December Secrets has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is December Secrets?

December Secrets by Patricia Reilly Giff is 82 pages.

December Secrets

Patricia Reilly Giff

December Secrets

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Patricia Reilly Giff

Reading Level 3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Emily has been given the toughest secret pal ever—Jill Simon, the biggest crybaby in school. But as December unfolds, Emily discovers that kindness can change even the hardest hearts. What secrets will this holiday month reveal?

Themes

Friendship FamilyChristmas storiesHanukkahSchool stories

Quick Assessment

This early reader follows Emily as she navigates the challenges of being kind to her secret pal, Jill, during December. The story gently explores themes of empathy, friendship, and holiday traditions including Christmas and Hanukkah. Suitable for ages 5-8, it offers a warm introduction to school life and seasonal celebrations.