Clamp School Paranormal Investigators, Vol. 1
CLAMP
Clamp School Paranormal Investigators, Vol. 1
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by CLAMP
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Takayuki’s heart pounds as ghostly shadows swirl around the school halls. Mifuyu’s eyes glow with determination while Yuki grips a mysterious artifact tightly. Suddenly, a chilling scream echoes—what dangers lurk in the shadows of Clamp School?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This graphic novel follows a group of students who investigate and protect their school from paranormal occurrences. Suitable for teens, it combines supernatural themes with school life and teamwork. Readers should be aware of mild fantasy violence and suspenseful moments.
Why we rated Clamp School Paranormal Investigators, Vol. 1 9LP
Clamp School Paranormal Investigators, Vol. 1 is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 182 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Clamp School Paranormal Investigators, Vol. 1 works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Clamp School Paranormal Investigators, Vol. 1 as 9LP ("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, Fantasy Violence.
Thematically, Clamp School Paranormal Investigators, Vol. 1 explores friendship, adventure, school, and fantasy world-building — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 13+ 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, school.
Maybe not for
- ! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LP — 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
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781595320919
- Pages
- 182
- Publisher
- TokyoPop
- Published
- September 7, 2004
- Type
- Fiction