A place to hide

Barnes Johnny Ray.

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A place to hide

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Barnes Johnny Ray.

Strange Matter

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

Twelve-year-old Trey and his friends journey into the mysterious Dark Woods, hoping to find a forgotten fort. Along the way, they must face terrifying scaly creatures determined to block their path. Together, they discover courage and magic in the heart of the forest.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

126 pages
18,039 words
2h 0m read-aloud
ISBN
0836816706
Pages
126
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Published
1996
Type
Fiction
Word Count
18,039
Read-Aloud
~2h 0m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

MonstersMagicLarge Type BooksHorror Fiction