What reading level is Jessi's Secret Language?

Jessi's Secret Language by Ann M. Martin is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Jessi's Secret Language appropriate for?

Jessi's Secret Language is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Alcoholism.

What genre is Jessi's Secret Language?

Jessi's Secret Language is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Jessi's Secret Language have any content warnings?

Jessi's Secret Language has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Alcoholism. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Jessi's Secret Language?

Jessi's Secret Language by Ann M. Martin is 146 pages.

Jessi's Secret Language

Ann M. Martin

Jessi's Secret Language

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann M. Martin

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

What if you discovered a secret language that only a few people could understand? Jessi just moved to a new town and is learning sign language to babysit Matt, who has been Deaf since birth. But can she keep her special secret while getting ready for the biggest dance show of her life?

Themes

Friendship Family Disability Representation Coming of AgeCommunicationDance

Quick Assessment

This graphic novel follows Jessi, a new member of The Baby-sitters Club, as she learns sign language to communicate with Matt, a Deaf child in her neighborhood. The story gently explores themes of inclusion, communication, and friendship, with a backdrop of family challenges such as alcoholism. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers positive representation and encourages empathy.