Non-random acts of kindness
Lauren Myracle
Non-random acts of kindness
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Lauren Myracle
Illustrated by Henry, Jed, illustrator
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Ty Perry isn’t just any kid—he’s a kindness superhero in disguise. Every day, he shows that small acts can make a huge difference, turning ordinary moments into something extraordinary. Discover why kindness isn’t just a choice for Ty, but a way of life that could change everything around him.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction follows seven-year-old Ty Perry as he learns the power of kindness through everyday actions. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story promotes empathy and positive social behavior within a school and family setting, making it a gentle and encouraging read for young readers.
Why we rated Non-random acts of kindness 9C
Non-random acts of kindness is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 116 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Non-random acts of kindness works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Non-random acts of kindness as 9C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Non-random acts of kindness explores kindness, family, schools, and juvenile fiction — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about kindness, family, schools.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780525422662
- Pages
- 116
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction