Kimi ni todoke =

Karuho Shiina

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Kimi ni todoke =

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

from me to you

by Karuho Shiina

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

The soft rustle of pages and the sweet scent of chocolate fill the air as Sawako nervously hands a gift to Kazehaya before their big exams. Her quiet smile hides a world of hope and change, far from the shadows of her past. Can friendship and love light the way through the challenges ahead?

Themes

Interpersonal RelationsLoveHigh SchoolsSchoolsGraphic Novels

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade graphic novel follows Sawako, a shy girl misunderstood because of her eerie appearance, as she navigates friendship and first love in high school. The story gently explores themes of social acceptance, personal growth, and the pressures of university entrance exams, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12. While the tone is mostly warm and hopeful, it includes some mild emotional challenges related to fitting in and self-confidence.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety
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
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

132 pages
ISBN
9781421599502
Pages
132
Publisher
VIZ Media LLC
Published
2018
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Interpersonal RelationsLoveHigh SchoolsSchoolsGraphic NovelsFriendshipComics & Graphic Novels, Manga, General