What reading level is Arthur, High King of Britain?

Arthur, High King of Britain by Michael Morpurgo is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Arthur, High King of Britain appropriate for?

Arthur, High King of Britain is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LP (Light — Physical). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

What genre is Arthur, High King of Britain?

Arthur, High King of Britain is fiction — Arthurian romances.

Does Arthur, High King of Britain have any content warnings?

Arthur, High King of Britain has a HootRating of 11LP (Light — Physical). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Arthur, High King of Britain?

Arthur, High King of Britain by Michael Morpurgo is 272 pages.

Arthur, High King of Britain

Michael Morpurgo

Arthur, High King of Britain

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Michael Morpurgo

Reading Level 6 11LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

The air is thick with the scent of damp earth and ancient stone as a mysterious figure stirs beneath the ground. Suddenly, a boy meets Arthur Pendragon, the legendary High King of Britain, just awakened from a centuries-long sleep. The stories he shares pulse with the thrill of knights, battles, and forgotten magic, echoing through time and heart.

Themes

Adventure Historical Fantasy World-Building Coming of Age Friendship Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction novel follows a twelve-year-old boy who encounters the legendary King Arthur after his awakening from a long slumber. Through Arthur's vivid retellings, readers explore themes of bravery, leadership, and British folklore. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book contains mild fantasy elements and historical references with no intense content.