Bronze Dragon Codex
R.D. Henham
Bronze Dragon Codex
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by R.D. Henham
The text is written at a 6th 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
The sharp clang of metal echoes through the cave as Simle’s bronze scales shimmer in the flickering torchlight. A strange pendant hums softly against Tatelyn’s chest, tying her fate to the fierce dragon she fears. Together, their worlds collide in a surprising bond that could change everything.
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fantasy follows Simle, a bronze dragon wary of humans, and Tatelyn, a human wary of dragons, who become mysteriously linked by a magical pendant. Their reluctant partnership leads to mutual understanding and adventure, with themes of trust and cooperation. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book contains fantasy action appropriate for this age group and promotes empathy and friendship.
Why we rated Bronze Dragon Codex 11LP
Bronze Dragon Codex is written at a Level 6 reading level across 256 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Bronze Dragon Codex works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Bronze Dragon Codex as 11LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, Bronze Dragon Codex explores friendship, adventure, fantasy world-building, and coming of age — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about friendship, adventure, fantasy world-building.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780786949304
- Pages
- 256
- Publisher
- Mirrorstone
- Published
- June 10, 2008
- Type
- Fiction