Book One

Aaron Ehasz

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Book One

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Moon

by Aaron Ehasz

Reading Level 6 11ME 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

The crackle of magic fills the air as the scent of ancient forests and dragon fire swirls around you. Three young heroes from different worlds find themselves on a quest that echoes with the weight of old grudges and new hope. Can they rise above the sounds of war and find a way to bring peace to a land divided?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy novel, based on the Netflix series The Dragon Prince, follows three young protagonists from opposing sides as they embark on a quest to prevent a looming war. It explores themes of friendship, prejudice, and courage in a magical setting featuring elves, humans, and dragons. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story contains fantasy violence and addresses complex social tensions but remains appropriate for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

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

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence War & Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

288 pages
ISBN
9781338633450
Pages
288
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
2020
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Media Tie-InFantasy & MagicAnimalsDragons, Unicorns & MythicalFantasyAdventureKidsElvesMagic