Rules of Five to Live By

Larry Clarke

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Rules of Five to Live By

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Larry Clarke

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if you had five special rules that could make life happier and help you solve your biggest problems? Jade is about to learn these powerful lessons from her grandfather, but will they be enough to help her face the challenges at school and in her heart? The choices she makes could change everything.

Themes

Social IssuesFamilyComing of AgeEthical BehaviorFriendship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores social and ethical themes through the story of Jade, a young girl navigating school challenges with guidance from her grandfather. The book introduces five simple yet profound rules for happy living, focusing on honesty, support, and balance in relationships. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers thoughtful insights into social issues without heavy conflict.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

152 pages
ISBN
9781434339256
Pages
152
Publisher
AuthorHouse
Published
November 8, 2007
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fiction Dealing With Social IssuesSocial IssuesSocial Situations