What reading level is Sticks and stones and skeleton bones?

Sticks and stones and skeleton bones by Jamie Gilson is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Sticks and stones and skeleton bones appropriate for?

Sticks and stones and skeleton bones is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Sticks and stones and skeleton bones?

Sticks and stones and skeleton bones is fiction — Friendship.

Does Sticks and stones and skeleton bones have any content warnings?

Sticks and stones and skeleton bones has a HootRating of 9LE (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 Sticks and stones and skeleton bones?

Sticks and stones and skeleton bones by Jamie Gilson is 162 pages.

Sticks and stones and skeleton bones

Jamie Gilson

Sticks and stones and skeleton bones

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jamie Gilson

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

Hobie Hanson is no ordinary fifth grader—he’s the bravest kid in a flooded school turned mall! But when a fight with his best friend Nick spirals out of control, Hobie must figure out how to fix what’s broken. Because sometimes, being a hero means more than just standing tall—it means mending friendships too.

Themes

FriendshipSchoolsShopping malls

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Hobie and his classmates as their school is temporarily relocated to a shopping mall after a flood. The story explores themes of friendship and conflict resolution suitable for ages 9-12, with realistic portrayals of childhood disagreements and growth. It’s a light, engaging read with no intense content, making it appropriate for its target audience.