My lost and found life
Melodie Bowsher
My lost and found life
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Melodie Bowsher
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Ashley’s comfortable life turns upside down when her mother disappears after being accused of stealing a fortune. Forced to grow up fast, she must navigate the challenges of finding work and a new home while discovering her own strength. This journey teaches her what it really means to be responsible and resilient.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include abandonment, divorce & family change, poverty & hardship. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
7/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 1582347360
- Pages
- 312
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury USA Childrens
- Published
- 2006
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 78,317
- Read-Aloud
- ~8h 42m
- Text Density
- Dense