Lea and Camila

Lisa Yee

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Lea and Camila

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lisa Yee

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 soft purr of a tiny kitten fills the air as Lea cradles the stray she just rescued. The musty scent of an old mansion wraps around her, hiding secrets waiting to be found. In the middle of playing perfect host to Camila, Lea stumbles upon something unforgettable that changes everything.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction centers on Lea's spring break visit to St. Louis with her friend Camila, where a rescued kitten and an exploration of a mysterious old mansion lead to unexpected adventures. The story gently explores themes of friendship and discovery, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12. There is no intense content, making it a safe and engaging read for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

171 pages
ISBN
9781609587406
Pages
171
Publisher
American Girl Publishing Incorporated
Published
2016
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FriendshipGirlsMystery and Detective StoriesSaint Louis

Places

Saint Louis (Mo.)