What reading level is The go-between?

The go-between by Amy Hest is at a Level 1-2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The go-between appropriate for?

The go-between is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is The go-between?

The go-between is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The go-between have any content warnings?

The go-between has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The go-between?

The go-between by Amy Hest is 32 pages.

The go-between

Amy Hest

The go-between

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Amy Hest

Reading Level 1-2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 1st grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The soft creak of the porch swing mixes with the sweet smell of fresh-baked cookies. Lexi listens closely as her grandmother and Mr. Singer have secret conversations from their porches across the street. What happens when Lexi becomes the messenger between two friends who have a special story to share?

Themes

GrandmothersFriendshipLove

Quick Assessment

This gentle story follows Lexi, a young girl who helps bridge the friendship between her grandmother and a neighbor, Mr. Singer. Ideal for early readers aged 5 to 8, the book explores themes of family bonds, friendship, and love with warmth and simplicity. The narrative contains no challenging content, making it suitable for young children beginning to read independently.