What reading level is My Brother Made Me Do It?

My Brother Made Me Do It by Peg Kehret is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is My Brother Made Me Do It appropriate for?

My Brother Made Me Do It is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Emotional: Illness & Injury.

What genre is My Brother Made Me Do It?

My Brother Made Me Do It is fiction — Brothers and sisters.

Does My Brother Made Me Do It have any content warnings?

My Brother Made Me Do It has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Emotional: Illness & Injury. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is My Brother Made Me Do It?

My Brother Made Me Do It by Peg Kehret is 144 pages.

My Brother Made Me Do It

Peg Kehret

My Brother Made Me Do It

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Peg Kehret

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it's like to carry a secret that only one person knows? Eleven-year-old Julie faces the challenges of juvenile arthritis while sharing her hopes and fears with her wise pen pal, Mrs. Kaplan. But can Julie find the courage to face her toughest days yet?

Themes

Disability Representation Family Friendship Coming of AgeSiblings

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the life of Julie, an eleven-year-old girl living with juvenile arthritis, who connects deeply with her elderly pen pal, Mrs. Kaplan. The story sensitively addresses themes of chronic illness, sibling relationships, and personal growth, making it suitable for children ages 9 to 12. Parents should note the book offers a hopeful perspective on coping with physical challenges and emotional honesty.