A Wish for Wings

Robert Swindells

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A Wish for Wings

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert Swindells

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

Jenna clutches the old gun tightly, her heart pounding as she watches Ned disappear into the shadows. 'I'll fly,' she whispers, daring to dream like her hero Amy Johnson, but now her biggest wish is to find that missing gun before it's too late. What will Jenna do when the secret she's guarding starts to unravel?

Themes

Horror & ghost storiesChillersFamilyComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade horror story follows thirteen-year-old Jenna, who dreams of flying like her grandmother's wartime hero. When a loaded gun from her grandfather's past goes missing, Jenna suspects her brother and faces a tense family mystery. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book features mild suspense and themes of bravery and family secrets.

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
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

192 pages
ISBN
9780440863960
Pages
192
Publisher
Corgi
Published
May 1, 2002
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Horror & Ghost Stories, ChillersGrandparentsBrothers and SistersTeenage GirlsWomen Air PilotsSiblingsFlight