What reading level is Kisses?

Kisses by Judith Caseley is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Kisses appropriate for?

Kisses is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Identity & Self-Discovery.

What genre is Kisses?

Kisses is fiction — Families.

Does Kisses have any content warnings?

Kisses has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Identity & Self-Discovery. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Kisses?

Kisses by Judith Caseley is 196 pages.

Kisses

Judith Caseley

Kisses

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Judith Caseley

Reading Level 4-5 9C 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The gentle strum of a guitar fills the air, mingling with the nervous flutter of a first crush. Hannah’s heart races as she navigates the confusing world of friendship and feelings, learning that real connection is about more than just looks or words. Sometimes, the sweetest moments come when you’re simply being yourself.

Themes

Friendship Coming of Age Family Romance

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows eleventh-grader Hannah, a musically gifted but shy girl, as she experiences the ups and downs of early romantic feelings. The story emphasizes themes of self-confidence, authenticity, and looking beyond appearances, making it well-suited for readers ages 9 to 12. There is no intense content, focusing instead on emotional growth and gentle life lessons.