Gathering blue
Lois Lowry
Gathering blue
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Lois Lowry
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
After losing her mother and being left with a twisted leg, Kira is taken from her humble village to live in a grand building where she must use her special weaving skills to serve the powerful rulers. As she navigates this new world, Kira discovers secrets that challenge what she thought she knew about her society. Her courage and creativity lead her on a journey of survival and self-discovery.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include disability representation, orphanhood, social control. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0618055819
- Pages
- 215
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 47,893
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 19m
- Text Density
- Standard