Age Level: 6 and up | Grade Level: 1 and upGuided Reading Level: H-M | Lexile® Measure: 500L - 600LKid-Tested, Parent and Teacher Approved.2018 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient - Children's Anthologies2018 Royal Dragonfly Award Winner - Children's Chapter Book2018 Wishing Shelf Award Winner - Children's Chapter Book"Code 7 engages kids through entertaining stories that reveal important insights about character, integrity, and social responsibility. This book is an inspiration to children who wish to pursue their passions and bring original ideas into the world." - Adam Grant, NYTBS New York Times bestselling authorLife at Flint Hill Elementary School may seem normal, but seven friends find themselves on a path to crack the code for an epic life. Whether they're chasing their dreams on stage, searching for an elusive monster fish, or running a makeshift business out of a tree house, can these heroes find a way to work together to change their community?Features diverse girl and boy characters with seven short stories that culminate in a clever twistDesigned to be read independently for kids age 8-10 (3rd, 4th and 5th grade)Great as a bedtime read-together for kids age 6-8 who are ready to tackle chapter books (1st, 2nd and 3rd grade) Great for children who are are growing out of picture books and enjoy series books and chapter books with occasional illustrations Makes a wonderful casual gift or birthday gift for anyone looking for meaningful reading that is not related to video games, TV shows, or moviesBest for kids who ...adore realistic fiction books told with humor and tall-tale flairenjoy stories about friendship, family, and school life can identify with characters who love animals like dogs, cats, and cute baby chicks; enjoy singing, drawing, acting, playing sports, the great outdoors, and even running makeshift businesses on the side!can relate to situations like wanting something really badly, but not being able to get it; feeling overshadowed or bullied by other kids at school; struggling with household responsibilities like cleaning one's room; and longing to pursue one's dreams and passionshave outgrown Junie B. Jones and Cowgirl Kate and are ready for more advanced chapter books and series books like Judy Moody, Stink, Dog Man, My Weird School, A to Z Mysteries, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Princess in Black, Never Girls, American Girl, Boxcar Children, Magic Treehouse, Captain Underpants, Geronimo Stilton, and anything for this age group by James Patterson, Andrea Beaty, Kate Dicamillo, Katherine Applegate, Beverly Cleary, or Roald Dahl. Great for Gift-Givers, Parents, and Educators looking for ...Entertaining stories with themes centered on strong values, morals, and ethics (without being overly didactic)Humorous and heartwarming stories that emphasize collaboration, teamwork, and community to benefit the greater goodOpportunities to engage children in discussion about kindness, perseverance, integrity, character, friendship, identity, self-reliance, and self-worthBooks that feature relatable characters in various situations at home and at school to  promote understanding and empathy for others - from Amzon