What reading level is Flora and Ulysses?

Flora and Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Flora and Ulysses appropriate for?

Flora and Ulysses is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Flora and Ulysses?

Flora and Ulysses is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Flora and Ulysses have any content warnings?

Flora and Ulysses 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 Flora and Ulysses?

Flora and Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo is 240 pages.

Flora and Ulysses

Kate DiCamillo

Flora and Ulysses

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Illuminated Adventures

by Kate DiCamillo

Reading Level 6 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The whir of the vacuum cleaner stops suddenly, leaving behind a tiny, trembling squirrel. Flora’s fingers tingle as she lifts him gently, noticing something magical in his bright eyes. Suddenly, Ulysses isn’t just any squirrel—he’s a superhero with incredible strength and the power to fly, and everything is about to change.

Themes

Adventure Friendship HumorAnimalsSuperpowersFamily

Quick Assessment

Flora and Ulysses is a middle-grade novel about a girl who rescues a squirrel that gains superpowers after an accident. The story blends humor, adventure, and heartfelt moments, exploring themes of friendship and courage. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book contains light fantasy elements and gentle humor without intense conflict.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle

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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

240 pages

ISBN: 9780763676711
Pages: 240
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 2015
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

SquirrelsHeroesGirlsAdventure and AdventurersFantasy FictionSuperheroesVacuum CleanersHumorous StoriesFamilyAction & AdventureComics & Graphic NovelsMarriage & DivorceFantasyAdventure FictionNewbery MedalAward:Newbery_awardArdillasMuchachasFicción JuvenilHéroesSpanish Language MaterialsAdventure StoriesHuman-animal RelationshipsMarriage