Her permanent record

Jimmy Gownley

Cover of Her permanent record

Her permanent record

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jimmy Gownley

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if your aunt vanished just when a secret book about her past hit the shelves? Imagine hopping on a bus with your not-so-friendly frenemy and a surprising ally to chase down clues across town. Can Amelia uncover the truth before it's too late?

Themes

FamilyFriendshipAdventureHumorGraphic novelsVoyages and travels

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade graphic novel follows eleven-year-old Amelia as she embarks on a journey to find her missing Aunt Tanner after a controversial tell-all book is published. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of family, friendship, and adventure with humor and relatable middle-grade challenges. Parents should note mild conflict and some emotional moments typical for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9781416986157
Pages
144
Publisher
Atheneum
Published
2012
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

AuntsHumorous StoriesGraphic NovelsVoyages and TravelsComics & Graphic NovelsFamilyGeneralFriendshipSchoolsSchoolgirlsComic Books, StripsFamiliesFamily LifeWit and HumorPictorial American Wit and HumorCartoons and ComicsChildrenComic Books, Strips, Etc