What reading level is Going home?

Going home by Roger Bullock is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Going home appropriate for?

Going home is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LE (Light — Emotional). Content flags: Separation & Loss, Emotional Complexity.

What genre is Going home?

Going home is nonfiction — Political Science.

Does Going home have any content warnings?

Going home has a HootRating of 11LE (Light — Emotional). Content flags include: Separation & Loss, Emotional Complexity. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Going home?

Going home by Roger Bullock is 263 pages.

Going home

Roger Bullock

Going home

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Return of Children Separated from Their Families

by Roger Bullock

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

The creak of old floorboards and the familiar scent of grandma's kitchen fill the air, but everything feels different this time. Imagine stepping back into a place you once called home, unsure if it still feels like yours. What does it really mean to go back when the past has left its mark?

Themes

FamilySeparationHomecomingPsychological Growth

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores the complex emotions and challenges children face when returning home from institutional care. Aimed at ages 9-12, it sensitively addresses themes of family separation and reunification, providing insight into the psychological impact of these experiences. The story is suitable for young readers ready to engage with thoughtful reflections on belonging and change.