What reading level is Things we know by heart?

Things we know by heart by Jessi Kirby is at a Level 5-6 reading level (Lexile 840L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Things we know by heart appropriate for?

Things we know by heart is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Fear & Anxiety, Emotional.

What genre is Things we know by heart?

Things we know by heart is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does Things we know by heart have any content warnings?

Things we know by heart has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Fear & Anxiety, Emotional. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Things we know by heart?

Things we know by heart by Jessi Kirby is 291 pages.

Things we know by heart

Jessi Kirby

Things we know by heart

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jessi Kirby

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

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.

Find on Amazon

We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.

About This Book

Have you ever wondered if a part of someone you love could live on inside someone else? Quinn’s world changes forever when her boyfriend’s heart is donated to a stranger. What happens when she meets the person carrying that heart—and feelings she never expected?

Themes

GriefLoveHeart TransplantationComing of Age Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of grief, love, and organ transplantation through the story of Quinn, who seeks connection and closure after her boyfriend's death by reaching out to his organ recipients. It thoughtfully addresses emotional loss and healing, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the story involves complex feelings around death and identity but handles these topics with sensitivity.