Biggest Names of Video Games

Arie Kaplan

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Biggest Names of Video Games

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Arie Kaplan

ShockZone: Games and Gamers

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the fascinating stories behind the creators who transformed simple hobbies like bug collecting and cartoon drawing into the exciting world of video games. Journey through the lives of the visionaries behind iconic games like Pokémon and The Legend of Zelda, and see how their passions sparked a global gaming revolution. Perfect for young readers eager to learn about the people and ideas that shaped their favorite games!

Themes

Video gamesGamesJuvenile literatureBiographyCreativityTechnology

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 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

7/10

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
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
3,699 words
25m read-aloud
ISBN
9781467712538
Pages
32
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Published
2013
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
3,699
Read-Aloud
~25 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Video GamesGamesVideo GamersVideo Games IndustryComputersEntertainment & GamesGames & ActivitiesVideo & Electronic Games