Basics of Game Design

Heather E. Schwartz

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Basics of Game Design

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Heather E. Schwartz

Edge Books; Video Game Revolution

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover how your favorite games come to life from a simple idea to an exciting adventure! Learn the secrets of creating fun and engaging video games by exploring the steps game designers take to build amazing worlds and challenges. Get ready to start your own game design journey and bring your imagination to the screen!

Themes

Video gamesGamesJuvenile literatureScience & NatureAdventure

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

9/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
2,350 words
16m read-aloud
ISBN
9781543571516
Pages
32
Published
2019
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
2,350
Read-Aloud
~16 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Video GamesGames