Arnold Saves the Neighborhood

Craig Bartlett

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Arnold Saves the Neighborhood

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Movie Novelization

by Craig Bartlett

Reading Level 5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Arnold races through his neighborhood, heart pounding as bulldozers edge closer to his home. Suddenly, his grandfather pulls him aside with a secret plan that could stop the destruction—but can they act before it’s too late?

Themes

Action & AdventureCommunityFamily

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows Arnold as he faces the threat of a corporate developer endangering his neighborhood. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of community and teamwork with mild tension but no graphic content. It’s a movie tie-in with colorful illustrations that engage young readers.

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

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

ISBN
9780613972482
Publisher
Tandem Library
Published
May 2002
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Action & AdventureMedia Tie-InMovie TieInIntermediate