What reading level is Gracie?

Gracie by Donna Jo Napoli is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Gracie appropriate for?

Gracie is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear).

Does Gracie have any content warnings?

Gracie has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Gracie?

Gracie by Donna Jo Napoli is 133 pages.

Gracie

Donna Jo Napoli

Gracie

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Pixie of the Puddle

by Donna Jo Napoli

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Here's a secret: Jimmy isn't just any frog—he can turn into a human whenever he puts on a magic ring. Gracie, his frog friend, wants him to stay a frog forever, but what happens when magic starts to change everything? That’s only the beginning of their surprising adventure.

Themes

Friendship Fantasy World-BuildingMagicAnimals

Quick Assessment

Gracie is a middle-grade fantasy story about friendship and the magical discovery that Jimmy, a frog, can transform into a human with a magic ring. The book explores themes of identity and change in a gentle way suitable for ages 9-12, with light fantasy elements and no intense content. It’s a thoughtful, imaginative read that encourages empathy and understanding.