What reading level is The time of the fireflies?

The time of the fireflies by Kimberley Griffiths Little is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The time of the fireflies appropriate for?

The time of the fireflies is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Family Change, Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief, Mild Peril.

What genre is The time of the fireflies?

The time of the fireflies is fiction — Dysfunctional families.

Does The time of the fireflies have any content warnings?

The time of the fireflies has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Family Change, Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief, Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The time of the fireflies?

The time of the fireflies by Kimberley Griffiths Little is 356 pages (approximately 70,822 words).

The time of the fireflies

Kimberley Griffiths Little

The time of the fireflies

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kimberley Griffiths Little

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

A young girl embarks on a daring mission to break a mysterious curse that has plagued her family for years. Racing against time, she uncovers hidden secrets to protect her loved ones from a tragic fate. Along the way, she learns about courage, family bonds, and the power to change destiny.

Themes

FamilySecretsComing of Age Adventure

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include family change, fear & anxiety, loss & grief. Written for readers ages 9-12.