Kate Walden directs

Julie Mata

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Kate Walden directs

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Night of the Zombie Chickens

by Julie Mata

Reading Level 4-5 9LP 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

Have you ever dreamed of making the perfect movie? Kate Walden’s big chance is here, but her star actress suddenly turns into a real-life zombie! How will Kate handle being friendless and without a lead—will her clever plan save the day or backfire in a big way?

Themes

FriendshipAdventureMotion picturesComing of AgeJunior high schoolsProduction and direction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Kate Walden as she navigates the challenges of directing her breakout film, only to face unexpected friendship struggles when her star actress behaves strangely. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of friendship, creativity, and problem-solving with light fantasy elements. Parents should know there is mild fantasy transformation and some conflict around friendship dynamics.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Friendship Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

277 pages
ISBN
9781423194590
Pages
277
Publisher
Disney-Hyperion
Published
2014
Type
Fiction
Lexile
710L

Genres

Subjects

Motion PicturesJunior High SchoolsProduction and DirectionSchoolsBest FriendsFriendshipMotion Pictures Production and Direction