The pants project

Cat Clarke

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The pants project

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cat Clarke

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

Liv is determined to challenge the school rule that says girls must wear skirts, sparking a brave journey to be true to himself. Along the way, Liv discovers the strength to share his identity as a boy with his loving moms. This empowering story celebrates courage, family, and standing up for what feels right.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include identity & self-discovery, family change. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Identity & Self-Discovery Family Change
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

267 pages
43,282 words
4h 49m read-aloud
ISBN
9781492638094
Pages
267
Published
2017
Type
Fiction
Word Count
43,282
Lexile
710L
Read-Aloud
~4h 49m
Text Density
Standard

Subjects

UniformsFamiliesMiddle SchoolsGay ParentsTransgender PeopleSchoolsLesbian MothersFamily Life