What reading level is The amazing book is not on fire?

The amazing book is not on fire by Dan Howell is at a Level 6-7 reading level (Lexile 950L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The amazing book is not on fire appropriate for?

The amazing book is not on fire is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11C (Clear).

What genre is The amazing book is not on fire?

The amazing book is not on fire is nonfiction — Young Adult Nonfiction.

Does The amazing book is not on fire have any content warnings?

The amazing book is not on fire has a HootRating of 11C (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 The amazing book is not on fire?

The amazing book is not on fire by Dan Howell is 224 pages.

Reviewed by HootRated editorial · Last updated July 16, 2026

The amazing book is not on fire

Dan Howell

The amazing book is not on fire

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The World of Dan and Phil

by Dan Howell

Reading Level 6-7 11C Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to become a YouTube star? Imagine two quirky friends sharing their most awkward moments, silly advice, and hilarious secrets with millions of fans. What surprising stories will they reveal about their journey to internet fame?

Themes

Friendship HumorCelebritiesBiographyInternet Culture

Quick Assessment

This book offers a humorous and candid glimpse into the lives of popular YouTubers Dan Howell and Phil Lester, sharing personal stories, funny anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes moments. Appropriate for ages 9-12, it celebrates friendship and self-acceptance with lighthearted content and no sensitive material. The book includes playful quizzes and colorful illustrations that engage middle-grade readers.

Why we rated The amazing book is not on fire 11C

The amazing book is not on fire is written at a Level 6-7 reading level with a Lexile measure of 950L across 224 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The amazing book is not on fire works for readers up to grade 8.5.

We rate The amazing book is not on fire as 11C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.

Thematically, The amazing book is not on fire explores friendship, humor, celebrities, biography, and internet culture — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
✓ Kids drawn to stories about friendship, humor, celebrities.
✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.

Maybe not for

! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.