What reading level is The boy who lost his face?

The boy who lost his face by Louis Sachar is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The boy who lost his face appropriate for?

The boy who lost his face is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is The boy who lost his face?

The boy who lost his face is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The boy who lost his face have any content warnings?

The boy who lost his face 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 The boy who lost his face?

The boy who lost his face by Louis Sachar is 198 pages.

The boy who lost his face

Louis Sachar

The boy who lost his face

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Louis Sachar

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

What if one silly mistake turned your whole world upside down? David just wanted to be cool, but after helping some popular kids steal an old lady’s cane, everything goes wrong. Now, with the mysterious curse hanging over him, can David find a way to fix his bad luck before it’s too late?

Themes

FriendshipBullyingPeer PressureSchool & EducationComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel by Louis Sachar explores themes of peer pressure, bullying, and social acceptance through the story of David, a boy who faces unexpected consequences after a prank. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers relatable school scenarios and humor while addressing challenges of fitting in and personal responsibility. Parents should note the book includes mild bullying and social conflict but handles these with sensitivity.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional

Emotional

Light ←

Physical

Clear

Social

Light

Thematic

Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

198 pages

ISBN: 9780679886228
Pages: 198
Publisher: Yearling
Published: 2000
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Social ThemesPeer PressureBullyingSchool & EducationSchoolsInterpersonal RelationsBulliesFantasy FictionBoysFriendshipMännliche JugendStreichFluchJungeDie AlteSpazierstockDiebstahlGrober UnfugStrafeMagieKinderbuchMutSühne