What reading level is Fact of Life #31?

Fact of Life #31 by Denise Vega is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Fact of Life #31 appropriate for?

Fact of Life #31 is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Pregnancy, Emotional: Betrayal, Emotional: Family Change.

What genre is Fact of Life #31?

Fact of Life #31 is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Fact of Life #31 have any content warnings?

Fact of Life #31 has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Pregnancy, Emotional: Betrayal, Emotional: Family Change. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Fact of Life #31?

Fact of Life #31 by Denise Vega is 384 pages.

Fact of Life #31

Denise Vega

Fact of Life #31

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Denise Vega

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The soft hum of a baby’s first cry fills the room, mingling with the warm scent of herbs and fresh linens. Sixteen-year-old Kat watches as her mother's gentle hands bring new life into the world, but inside, Kat feels a storm of emotions when a popular classmate connects with her mom in a way Kat never did. Sometimes, the hardest part of family is understanding where you belong.

Themes

Family Coming of AgeSocial IssuesPregnancyFriendshipGirls & Women

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores complex family dynamics and teenage emotions through the eyes of Kat, a sixteen-year-old whose mother is a home-birth midwife. The story sensitively addresses themes of pregnancy, friendship, and feelings of betrayal, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12 who are ready to engage with thoughtful social issues. Parents should note the emotional depth and mature themes, though handled with care appropriate for this age group.