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Ruby Lost and Found

by Christina Li

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

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

Thirteen-year-old Ruby Chu feels adrift after her grandfather's passing, but a summer spent at a senior center with her grandmother and new friend Liam leads her on a heartfelt journey through San Francisco's Chinatown. Together, they embark on scavenger hunts and stand up to protect a cherished local bakery, helping Ruby heal and rediscover her place in a changing community. Along the way, family secrets and friendships deepen, revealing the strength found in connection and courage.

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalFamilyFriendshipComing of AgeCommunitySocial Justice

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief Family Change Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9780063008939
Publisher
Quill Tree Books
Published
2023
Type
Fiction
Word Count
63,739

Genres

Juvenile Fiction