Hunger Games

Suzanne Collins

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Hunger Games

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Suzanne Collins

Reading Level 8 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Arrows whistle through the air as Katniss races across the battlefield, heart pounding. The crowd watches, breathless, as she faces dangers no one could imagine. But when the enemy closes in, will she be ready for the ultimate fight?

Quick Assessment

This gripping middle-grade novel follows Katniss Everdeen as she navigates a dangerous revolution after surviving two Hunger Games. It contains intense scenes of violence, emotional trauma, and complex social themes, making it suitable for mature readers aged 9-12 who can handle challenging content. Parents should be aware of themes including abuse, addiction, and graphic violence.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Excessive Gore Amputation Abusive Parents Addiction Alcohol Abuse Someone is Drugged Animal Death Mouth Covered
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
7
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
10
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

400 pages
ISBN
9781742835754
Pages
400
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
2015
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

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People

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Places

PanemThe CapitolThe PentagonDistrict 12The nation of Panem and District 12