What reading level is The Wednesday wars?

The Wednesday wars by Gary D. Schmidt is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Wednesday wars appropriate for?

The Wednesday wars is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Divorce & Family Change, Fear & Anxiety, Emotional, Animal Death, Physical Discomfort.

What genre is The Wednesday wars?

The Wednesday wars is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

How many pages is The Wednesday wars?

The Wednesday wars by Gary D. Schmidt is 264 pages (approximately 73,675 words).

The Wednesday wars

Gary D. Schmidt

The Wednesday wars

Q: Does The Wednesday wars have any content warnings?

The Wednesday wars has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Divorce & Family Change, Fear & Anxiety, Emotional, Animal Death, Physical Discomfort. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gary D. Schmidt

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched Rich Discussion

Newbery Honor

The text is written at a 5th 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

Seventh grader Holling Hoodhood faces a challenging year filled with unexpected lessons from his strict teacher and the timeless stories of Shakespeare. As the Vietnam War rumbles in the background, Holling learns to navigate family struggles, discover inner strength, and find surprising respect in unlikely places. His journey reveals the power of loyalty, courage, and understanding during a turbulent time.

Themes

Coming of Age Family HistoricalShakespeareSchoolSocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, divorce & family change, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.