The One and Only Zoe Lama

Tish Cohen

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The One and Only Zoe Lama

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tish Cohen

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Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Zoë is the go-to girl for advice at her middle school, but her top spot is challenged when a new sixth grader, Devon, starts stealing the spotlight. Determined to reclaim her place, Zoë embarks on a mission to uncover Devon's secrets and understand the real reasons behind her rise. This story blends humor with heartfelt moments about friendship and self-confidence.

Themes

Girls & WomenHumorous StoriesSelf-Esteem & Self-RelianceSocial Situations

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

256 pages
39,323 words
4h 22m read-aloud
ISBN
9780525478911
Pages
256
Publisher
Dutton Juvenile
Published
July 3, 2008
Type
Fiction
Word Count
39,323
Read-Aloud
~4h 22m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Competition (Psychology)

Subjects

Girls & WomenHumorous StoriesSocial IssuesSelf-Esteem & Self-RelianceSocial SituationsInterpersonal RelationsMiddle SchoolsSchoolsCompetitionFathers