Bridge to Terabithia
Katherine Paterson
Bridge to Terabithia
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Katherine Paterson
The text is written at a 4th 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
Jess dreams of becoming the fastest runner in his grade, but everything changes when Leslie, a fearless new girl, outpaces everyone on the playground. Together, they build an enchanted kingdom called Terabithia, where their friendship and creativity flourish beyond the ordinary. When a heartbreaking event shakes their world, Jess learns to find strength and bravery in unexpected ways.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, friendship, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780064401845
- Pages
- 144
- Publisher
- Harper Collins
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Fiction
- Lexile
- 810L