Head over Heels

Hannah Orenstein

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Head over Heels

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by Hannah Orenstein

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp smack of hands hitting mats echoes through the gym, mingling with the scent of chalk and sweat. Avery steps back into this world of flips and fierce competition, where every move counts and old friendships crack like fragile glass. But with secrets swirling and new feelings sparking, Avery’s ready to tumble into more than just gymnastics.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and resilience against the backdrop of competitive gymnastics. Suitable for ages 9-12, it handles topics like personal setbacks and sports scandals with sensitivity, offering an engaging story about overcoming challenges and navigating complex relationships. Parents should note the inclusion of romantic elements and the portrayal of controversy within the sports world.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Light
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

336 pages
ISBN
9789993121206
Pages
336
Publisher
Atria Books
Published
March 1985
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

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