What reading level is Thinking Straight?

Thinking Straight by Robin Reardon is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Thinking Straight appropriate for?

Thinking Straight is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Betrayal, Social: Religious Themes.

What genre is Thinking Straight?

Thinking Straight is fiction — Fiction.

Does Thinking Straight have any content warnings?

Thinking Straight has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Betrayal, Social: Religious Themes. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Thinking Straight?

Thinking Straight by Robin Reardon is 304 pages.

Thinking Straight

Robin Reardon

Thinking Straight

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robin Reardon

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Here’s a secret: Taylor is sent to a place called Straight to God, where everyone pretends to be perfect but hides some very dark secrets. He soon discovers that not everything is as kind as it seems, and standing up for what’s right might be the hardest thing yet—but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Coming of Age FamilyCourageRebellionSocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the story of Taylor, a boy sent to a controversial institution called Straight to God, where he faces harsh realities masked by strict beliefs. The book tackles themes of love, courage, and rebellion within a challenging environment, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12 who can handle nuanced discussions about authority and personal identity. Parents should note the presence of emotional intensity related to cruelty and betrayal in a setting framed by religious overtones.