What reading level is Going on Twelve?

Going on Twelve by Candice Ransom is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Going on Twelve appropriate for?

Going on Twelve is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Going on Twelve?

Going on Twelve is fiction — Friendship.

Does Going on Twelve have any content warnings?

Going on Twelve 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 Going on Twelve?

Going on Twelve by Candice Ransom is 169 pages.

Going on Twelve

Candice Ransom

Going on Twelve

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Candice Ransom

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

Find on Amazon

We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.

About This Book

Kobie and her best friend sneak behind the school wall, plotting a prank on John, the new kid who took her spot on the mural. Just as they’re about to strike, something unexpected happens—will their plan backfire?

Themes

Friendship Coming of AgeSchool Life

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores themes of friendship, jealousy, and the challenges of growing up. Suitable for ages 13 to 18, it deals with typical social conflicts like pranks and rivalry, without intense or mature content. Parents can expect a relatable story about navigating peer relationships.