The Things Jorden Does
Sarah Hamidi
The Things Jorden Does
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Sarah Hamidi
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
Jordan and Kennedy are racing through the school halls, trying to dodge the watchful eyes of their teachers. Suddenly, Jordan spots a mysterious note fluttering from the cafeteria door—what secret could it be hiding? Just as he reaches for it, footsteps thunder closer, and everything hangs in the balance.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade novel follows Jordan as he navigates school life, using creativity and imagination to turn everyday moments into exciting adventures. While engaging with themes of friendship and social challenges, the story presents relatable scenarios appropriate for children ages 9 to 12. The book contains mild conflict related to school dynamics but remains suitable for its target audience.
Why we rated The Things Jorden Does 9LP
The Things Jorden Does is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 108 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The Things Jorden Does works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate The Things Jorden Does as 9LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, The Things Jorden Does explores friendship, school & education, social issues, and adventure — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about friendship, school & education, social issues.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781591292852
- Pages
- 108
- Publisher
- Publish America
- Published
- June 20, 2002
- Type
- Fiction