What reading level is Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream?

Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream by Polly Farquhar is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream appropriate for?

Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9IE (Intense — Emotional).

What genre is Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream?

Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream have any content warnings?

Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream has a HootRating of 9IE (Intense — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream?

Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream by Polly Farquhar is 179 pages.

Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream

Polly Farquhar

Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Polly Farquhar

Reading Level 4-5 9IE Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp scent of pine fills the air as Lolo paddles her rickety canoe across the nearly dried-up lake. Every splash and creak echoes her determination to bring back Hank, the dog who howls through the lonely nights. But when a surprising friendship grows on the water, Lolo faces a choice that tugs at her heart.

Themes

Coming of Age Family FriendshipDeath & GriefSocial ThemesAdventure HumorEnvironmental Awareness

Quick Assessment

Lolo Weaver Swims Upstream is a middle-grade novel about a spirited girl navigating grief and family challenges after her grandfather's death. Set during summer school, the story addresses themes of loss, friendship, and responsibility through Lolo’s quest to reclaim her family dog. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book handles emotional topics with humor and heart, making it a thoughtful read for children dealing with complex feelings.