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Clamp School Paranormal Investigators, Vol. 1

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Clamp School Paranormal Investigators, Vol. 1

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by CLAMP

Reading Level 4-5 9LP Ages 13+ Balanced Read

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?

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 — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

182 pages
ISBN
9781595320919
Pages
182
Publisher
TokyoPop
Published
September 7, 2004
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Graphic Novels-MangaComics & Graphic NovelsMangaSchoolsParapsychologyGraphic NovelsMystery and Detective StoriesComics & Graphic Novels, East Asian Style, Manga, FantasyComics & Graphic Novels, East Asian Style, Manga, Crime & Mystery