Tom Gates 19 : Tom Gates 19 : Random Acts of Fun

Liz Pichon

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Tom Gates 19 : Tom Gates 19 : Random Acts of Fun

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

the Laugh-Out-loud, Brand New Bestseller!

by Liz Pichon

Reading Level 6 11C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Tom Gates is stuck at home with a broken ankle, but that’s not going to stop his fun! With doodles on his cast, visits from family and friends, and secret languages, Tom finds laughter in every corner. But will he ever get his hands on the last caramel doughnut before anyone else does?

Themes

FamilySiblingsHumorFriendshipCreativity

Quick Assessment

This humorous middle-grade diary-style book follows Tom Gates as he navigates the challenges of being homebound with a fractured ankle. Filled with playful illustrations and relatable family moments, it offers lighthearted fun suitable for ages 9 to 12. Themes of creativity, friendship, and everyday adventures are explored without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

256 pages
ISBN
9781407191119
Pages
256
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
2021
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

FamilySiblingsHumorous StoriesSchool & Education