What reading level is Jack?

Jack by Liesl Shurtliff is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Jack appropriate for?

Jack is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags: Animal Death, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Alcohol Abuse, Drug Use, Sexual Assault, Eye Mutilation.

Does Jack have any content warnings?

Jack has a HootRating of 11IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags include: Animal Death, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Alcohol Abuse, Drug Use, Sexual Assault, Eye Mutilation. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Jack?

Jack by Liesl Shurtliff is 296 pages.

Jack

Liesl Shurtliff

Jack

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The True Story of Jack and the Beanstalk

by Liesl Shurtliff

Reading Level 6 11IE Ages 9-12 Heads Up

The text is written at a 6th 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

Jack isn’t just any boy—he’s the one who dared to climb a giant beanstalk to find his missing father in a world full of giants! Along the way, he faces dangers and discovers secrets that could change everything. What will Jack risk to bring his family back together?

Themes

GiantsFairy talesHumorous storiesMissing personsJuvenile fictionFamily Adventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel reimagines the classic fairy tale of Jack and the Beanstalk with a bold, adventurous twist. While it offers humor and fantasy elements, it also addresses mature themes such as family loss, abuse, and substance use, which may require parental guidance. Recommended for ages 9-12 but best suited for mature readers within that group due to its intense content.