Mockingjay

Suzanne Collins

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Mockingjay

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Suzanne Collins

The Hunger Games · Book 3

Reading Level 5-6 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Katniss Everdeen faces new dangers as she becomes the symbol of a growing rebellion against the Capitol. With threats looming over her loved ones and her home, she must find the courage to lead and fight for freedom. The stakes have never been higher in this gripping finale full of bravery and sacrifice.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, physical danger, war & conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence Physical Danger War & Conflict Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

What's Next in The Hunger Games?

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Book 4: Sunrise on the Reaping
Level 5-6Moderate

Content is lighter — Moderate vs this book's Intense

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Details

Book Length

390 pages
ISBN
9780439023511
Pages
390
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Published
2010-09
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Sci-fiYoung AdultScience FictionInterpersonal RelationsTelevision ProgramsInsurgencySurvivalContestsLarge Type BooksSurvival SkillsYoung Adult FictionRevengeSurvival StoriesDystopianSelf-Esteem & Self-RelianceAction & AdventureSocial ThemesTelevision Game ShowsDystopiasGirlsCourageTelevisionReading Level-Grade 7Reading Level-Grade 9Reading Level-Grade 8Reading Level-Grade 11Reading Level-Grade 10Reading Level-Grade 12Katniss EverdeenReality Television ProgramsTelerealitesRomansDystopiesScience-fictionDictatureTelevision-veriteConcours Et CompetitionsHabiletes De SurvieSpanish Language MaterialsRévoltesRomans, Nouvelles, Etc. Pour La JeunesseHabiletés De SurvieSupervivenciaNovela JuvenilTelevisiónProgramasRelaciones HumanasNovela JovenSpanish LanguageTéléréalitéSerie:The_Hunger_Games

People

Katnis

Places

USA