What reading level is My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay!?

My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay! by Mona Liza Santos is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay! appropriate for?

My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay! is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7C (Clear).

What genre is My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay!?

My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay! is fiction.

Does My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay! have any content warnings?

My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay! has a HootRating of 7C (Clear). 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 My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay!?

My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay! by Mona Liza Santos is 40 pages.

My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay!

Mona Liza Santos

My Friend Is Different, and That's Okay!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mona Liza Santos

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Crunch! The red dust of Mars swirls beneath their feet as two very different friends laugh and explore strange new worlds together. The sparkling stars above shine bright, reminding them that friendship shines even brighter when you celebrate what makes you unique.

Themes

Friendship Coming of Age Science & Nature Multicultural

Quick Assessment

This early reader gently explores themes of friendship and acceptance through the story of a child from Earth who befriends a Martian. Set on the red planet, the book uses engaging rhymes and vivid imagery to teach young children about respecting and loving differences. Suitable for ages 5 to 8, it encourages empathy and understanding without any challenging content.