A touch of infinity
Howard Fast
A touch of infinity
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Thirteen New Stories of Fantasy and Science Fiction
by Howard Fast
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
What if a single moment could stretch across forever, blending fantasy and science in ways you've never imagined? Dive into thirteen thrilling stories where heroes face strange worlds, mind-bending mysteries, and choices that could change everything. Each tale sparks a new adventure, but what happens when the impossible becomes real?
Quick Assessment
A Touch of Infinity is a collection of thirteen science fiction and fantasy stories suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9 to 12. The stories explore imaginative themes and concepts, encouraging curiosity and creativity without intense violence or mature content. This large-print edition makes it accessible for young readers developing their skills in reading longer, complex narratives.
Why we rated A touch of infinity 11LT
A touch of infinity is written at a Level 6 reading level across 290 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, A touch of infinity works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate A touch of infinity as 11LT ("Light — Thematic") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, A touch of infinity explores science & nature, fantasy world-building, and adventure — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about science & nature, fantasy world-building, adventure.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LT — Light — ThematicLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0816161682
- Pages
- 290
- Publisher
- Macmillan Reference USA
- Published
- 1974
- Type
- Fiction