What reading level is O Kaplan, my Kaplan!?

O Kaplan, my Kaplan! by Leo Calvin Rosten is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is O Kaplan, my Kaplan! appropriate for?

O Kaplan, my Kaplan! is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12C (Clear).

What genre is O Kaplan, my Kaplan!?

O Kaplan, my Kaplan! is fiction — Fiction.

Does O Kaplan, my Kaplan! have any content warnings?

O Kaplan, my Kaplan! has a HootRating of 12C (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 O Kaplan, my Kaplan!?

O Kaplan, my Kaplan! by Leo Calvin Rosten is 390 pages.

O Kaplan, my Kaplan!

Leo Calvin Rosten

O Kaplan, my Kaplan!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Leo Calvin Rosten

Reading Level 7 12C Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 7th 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

H*Y*M*A*N K*A*P*L*A*N bursts into the classroom, his wild ideas ready to turn the lesson upside down. As he fumbles with his English words and quirky thoughts, the teacher tries to keep up — but can she handle what’s coming next?

Themes

Humor Friendship Coming of Age Multicultural

Quick Assessment

This collection of humorous stories follows Hyman Kaplan, an enthusiastic but often misunderstood immigrant student navigating his English lessons in 1930s New York. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book offers lighthearted comedy and cultural insights without intense themes, making it a fun read for middle graders interested in character-driven humor.