Middle School Bites

Steven Banks

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Middle School Bites

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Out for Blood

by Steven Banks

Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Here's a secret: Tom isn't your average middle schooler—he's part vampire, part werewolf, and part zombie all at once. Now, the werewolf that bit him is on his tail, and Tom faces a choice that could change everything. But that's only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

Middle School Bites follows eleven-year-old Tom, who is grappling with the challenges of middle school while dealing with supernatural bites from a vampire, a werewolf, and a zombie. The story balances humor and mild supernatural peril, making it suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note that while the book features fantasy violence and some themes around fitting in, it remains lighthearted and engaging for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

304 pages
ISBN
9780823446162
Pages
304
Publisher
Holiday House
Published
2021
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SchoolsVampiresWerewolvesHumorous Stories