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Jeremy Stone

Lesley Choyce

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Jeremy Stone

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lesley Choyce

Reading Level 4-5 Unrated Ages 9-12

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

First Nations teenager Jeremy seeks refuge from the bullies at his new school in his relationships with people from the spirit world--particularly with his grandfather, Old Man--and in his friendship with the intense Caitlan.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

Why we rated Jeremy Stone Level 0

Jeremy Stone is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 183 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Jeremy Stone works for readers up to grade 6.5.

We rate Jeremy Stone as Unrated because the content sits in the "Unrated" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the unrated intensity score.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.

Maybe not for

  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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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
Theme Richness
1
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
4

Details

Book Length

183 pages
ISBN
9780889955042
Pages
183
Publisher
Red Deer Press
Published
2013
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Teenage BoysSpiritsIndians of North AmericaHousehold MovingBullying in SchoolsAmerican Literature