What reading level is The Broccoli tapes?

The Broccoli tapes by Jan Slepian is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Broccoli tapes appropriate for?

The Broccoli tapes is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Family Change, Friendship.

What genre is The Broccoli tapes?

The Broccoli tapes is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The Broccoli tapes have any content warnings?

The Broccoli tapes has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Family Change, Friendship. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Broccoli tapes?

The Broccoli tapes by Jan Slepian is 157 pages.

The Broccoli tapes

Jan Slepian

The Broccoli tapes

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jan Slepian

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Sara becomes the ultimate cat whisperer when she 'adopts' a wild cat in Hawaii, showing everyone that friendship can come in the most unexpected forms. But this isn’t just a story about animals—it’s about facing loss and growing up in a place far from home. What happens when you have to say goodbye to someone you love?

Themes

CatsDeathBrothers and sistersFriendship Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Sara, who records her adventures during a family stay in Hawaii, including caring for a wild cat, forming a complex friendship, and coping with her grandmother's death. The story gently explores themes of loss, family bonds, and cultural encounters, making it suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should be aware of the emotional content related to grief and family change.