What reading level is The Magic Fish?

The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Magic Fish appropriate for?

The Magic Fish is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Identity & Self-Discovery, Family Change, Emotional: Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is The Magic Fish?

The Magic Fish is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does The Magic Fish have any content warnings?

The Magic Fish has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Identity & Self-Discovery, Family Change, Emotional: Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Magic Fish?

The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen is 273 pages.

The Magic Fish

Trung Le Nguyen

The Magic Fish

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

(A Graphic Novel)

by Trung Le Nguyen

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

Have you ever felt like the stories you love are the only way to say what’s in your heart? Tien uses magical fairy tales to connect with his parents, who speak a different language and come from a faraway place. But what happens when the biggest story—his own secret—can’t be told?

Themes

Family Identity & Self-Discovery MulticulturalFolklore & MythologyLGBTQ+ Representation

Quick Assessment

This beautifully illustrated graphic novel explores the challenges of cultural differences and identity within an immigrant family. Centered on a young boy who uses Vietnamese fairy tales to bridge language gaps with his parents, it thoughtfully addresses themes of coming out and acceptance. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers a tender portrayal of family, identity, and the power of storytelling.