The pants project
Cat Clarke
The pants project
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Cat Clarke
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.
Themes
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 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781492638094
- Pages
- 267
- Published
- 2017
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 43,282
- Lexile
- 710L
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 49m
- Text Density
- Standard