What reading level is Precious?

Precious by Precious Williams is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Precious appropriate for?

Precious is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags: Abusive Sexual Attention, Family Dysfunction, Racial Identity Struggles.

What genre is Precious?

Precious is nonfiction — Biography & Autobiography.

Does Precious have any content warnings?

Precious has a HootRating of 11IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags include: Abusive Sexual Attention, Family Dysfunction, Racial Identity Struggles. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Precious?

Precious by Precious Williams is 283 pages.

Precious

Precious Williams

Precious

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A True Story

by Precious Williams

Reading Level 6 11IE Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp scent of fresh paint fills the quiet white-walled room, but the air feels heavy with secrets. A little girl watches as strangers shape her world, their voices strange and unfamiliar, while her heart yearns for a place to truly belong. Every shadow hides a question, and every smile carries the weight of a story waiting to be told.

Themes

Family Coming of AgeRacial IdentityFoster CareMother-Daughter Relationships

Quick Assessment

Precious is a compelling middle-grade novel that explores the complexities of racial identity, family dynamics, and belonging through the eyes of a young Black girl placed in a white foster home. The story candidly addresses themes of cultural conflict, abuse, and resilience, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12 who can handle mature emotional content. Parents should note the book’s sensitive topics and its honest portrayal of difficult family relationships.