What reading level is the It's Just an Expression series?

The It's Just an Expression series by Matt Doeden is at a Grades 4.3–5.1 reading level (average Grade 4.6). Intended for Middle Grades (Ages 9–12). There are 7 books in the series.

What order should I read the It's Just an Expression books?

The It's Just an Expression series has 7 books in order: 1. Animal expressions, 2. At the eleventh hour, 3. Cool as a cucumber, 4. Get your nose out of joint, 5. Keep your eye on the ball, and 2 more.

What age is the It's Just an Expression series appropriate for?

The It's Just an Expression series is recommended for Middle Grades (Ages 9–12). The average content intensity is 1/5.

It's Just an Expression Books in Order

7 books by Matt Doeden. Reading level: Grades 4.3–5.1. Middle Grades (Ages 9–12).

Content Intensity Across the Series

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Content stays at a steady intensity level throughout the series.

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It's Just an Expression Reading Order

#	Title	Reading Level	Content
1	Animal expressions Sandra Donovan	Level 4-5	Gentle
2	At the eleventh hour Bridget Heos	Level 4-5	Gentle
3	Cool as a cucumber Bridget Heos	Level 4-5	Gentle
4	Get your nose out of joint Matt Doeden	Level 4-5	Gentle
5	Keep your eye on the ball Sandra Donovan	Level 5-6	Gentle
6	School expressions Matt Doeden	Level 4-5	Gentle
7	Stick out like a sore thumb Matt Doeden	Level 4-5	Gentle