What reading level is Holly's first love?

Holly's first love by Beverly Lewis is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Holly's first love appropriate for?

Holly's first love is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Holly's first love?

Holly's first love is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Holly's first love have any content warnings?

Holly's first love has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — Emotional). 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 Holly's first love?

Holly's first love by Beverly Lewis is 160 pages.

Holly's first love

Beverly Lewis

Holly's first love

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Beverly Lewis

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

Holly is about to discover something powerful: friendship can be tested by the strongest feelings of first love. When both she and her best friend Andie like the same new boy, everything changes in ways they never expected. What will happen to their unbreakable bond when hearts get tangled?

Themes

Friendship Coming of Age FamilyChristian LifeSchools

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores themes of friendship, school life, and Christian values through the story of twelve-year-old Holly navigating her feelings for a new classmate while managing her close friendship with Andie. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book handles the complexities of young friendship and first crushes with sensitivity and positive messages. Parents can expect a gentle portrayal of interpersonal challenges within a faith-based context.