Kind of Sort of Fine

Spencer Hall

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Kind of Sort of Fine

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Spencer Hall

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Haley and Lewis are not your typical high school seniors—they're uncovering secrets that change everything. Haley’s public meltdown and Lewis’s quiet life behind the camera collide in a documentary project that reveals more than just hidden talents. Their journey shows that sometimes, facing your fears is the first step to finding who you really want to be.

Themes

FriendshipComing of AgeFamilySelf-DiscoverySchool LifeCreativity

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of self-discovery and resilience through the dual perspectives of two high school seniors. Haley, struggling with a recent public breakdown, and Lewis, a reserved student passionate about film, collaborate on documentaries that reveal their peers' hidden talents and, ultimately, their own dreams. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book handles emotional challenges with sensitivity and encourages empathy and personal growth.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

288 pages
ISBN
9781534482999
Pages
288
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2022
Type
Fiction

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