Janis

Patricia Lauber

Cover of Janis

Janis

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Personalized Name Pink Floral Design Matte Soft Cover Notebook Journal to Write In. 120 Blank Lined Pages

by Patricia Lauber

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to see the world through Janis’s eyes? Imagine her days filled with family moments, big feelings, and the surprises that come with growing up. What will Janis discover about herself and her family next?

Themes

FamilyParentingMotherhoodRelationships

Quick Assessment

Janis by Patricia Lauber is a middle-grade fiction novel exploring themes of family, parenting, and motherhood through relatable characters and everyday experiences. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story gently addresses family relationships without intense conflict, making it a thoughtful choice for children navigating their own family dynamics.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

120 pages
ISBN
9781072230526
Pages
120
Publisher
Scholastic Book Services
Published
Jun 04, 2019
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Family & RelationshipsParentingMotherhood