What reading level is Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence?

Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence by Lynda Comerford is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What genre is Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence?

Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence is fiction — Families.

Does Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence have any content warnings?

Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence has a HootRating of 11LE (Light — Emotional). 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 Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence?

Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence by Lynda Comerford is 250 pages.

Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence

Lynda Comerford

Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence

Q: What age is Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence appropriate for?

Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LE (Light — Emotional).

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lynda Comerford

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if your birthday party turned into a showdown, and suddenly you had no friends? Rissa Bartholomew steps into middle school ready to find her true tribe — but can she stay true to herself when everyone else is trying to fit in? The real question is, who will stand by her side?

Themes

Friendship Coming of Age Family Social Justice

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Rissa Bartholomew, an eleven-year-old girl navigating the challenges of middle school and friendships after a dramatic birthday party incident. The story explores themes of self-identity and social belonging appropriate for ages 9-12, with light emotional moments around friendship and individuality. There are no intense or graphic content concerns.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional

Emotional

Light ←

Physical

Clear

Social

Light

Thematic

Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

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