What reading level is Through the looking glass?

Through the looking glass by Michael Gifkins is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Through the looking glass appropriate for?

Through the looking glass is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Emotional: Loss & Grief, Social: Class & Racism.

What genre is Through the looking glass?

Through the looking glass is nonfiction — Children.

Does Through the looking glass have any content warnings?

Through the looking glass has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Emotional: Loss & Grief, Social: Class & Racism. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Through the looking glass?

Through the looking glass by Michael Gifkins is 190 pages.

Through the looking glass

Michael Gifkins

Through the looking glass

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Recollections of Childhood from 20 Prominent New Zealanders

by Michael Gifkins

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

Some kids grow up to be heroes — but these kids grew up to be legends of New Zealand! From daring adventures to surprising mishaps, their childhood stories reveal the secrets behind the people they became. What happens when you peek behind the curtain of fame and see the real, messy, unforgettable moments?

Themes

BiographyNew Zealand CultureChildhoodSocial CustomsHumor

Quick Assessment

Through the Looking Glass offers a candid and often humorous glimpse into the childhoods of twenty notable New Zealanders, providing insight into their formative years and cultural backgrounds. Suitable for ages 9-12, this middle-grade fiction collection captures historical and social aspects of New Zealand life with honesty and occasional mature themes, such as class and social challenges. Parents should note the presence of some sensitive topics presented in an accessible way.