Anna apparent

Nina Bawden

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Anna apparent

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Nina Bawden

Reading Level 6 11MN Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if a girl’s true self was hidden beneath many different names and lives? Imagine Anna, living through the challenges of war, family secrets, and tough choices on a Welsh farm. Can she find her own voice before everything changes forever?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the complex life of Anna, a war-time evacuee facing neglect and emotional challenges while living on a Welsh farm. The story delves into themes of identity, family relationships, and personal growth, suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note the book handles mature emotional themes with sensitivity and depth.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11MN — Moderate — Neutral
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Moderate

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Emotional: Neglect & Abuse Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

211 pages
ISBN
0140038698
Pages
211
Publisher
Penguin Group
Published
1974
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fiction in English