What reading level is Boy with the Sword?

Boy with the Sword by Patrick Matthews is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Boy with the Sword appropriate for?

Boy with the Sword is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

What genre is Boy with the Sword?

Boy with the Sword is fiction — Fiction.

Does Boy with the Sword have any content warnings?

Boy with the Sword has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Boy with the Sword?

Boy with the Sword by Patrick Matthews is 341 pages.

Boy with the Sword

Patrick Matthews

Boy with the Sword

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Patrick Matthews

Reading Level 7 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Here’s a secret: Al thought his adventures were over, but his real challenge is just beginning. The castle he once called home is now ruled by a dark magician, and the streets are filled with fear. One boy with a sword might be the only hope, but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Adventure Fantasy World-BuildingCourageFriendship Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows Al, a brave boy who returns to find his home overtaken by a sinister magician and his soldiers. The story includes themes of courage, resilience, and standing up against oppression, suitable for ages 9-12. While there is fantasy violence and peril, it is balanced with strong themes of hope and determination.