Cold cereal
Adam Rex
Cold cereal
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Adam Rex
The text is written at a 8th 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
Crunch! The sharp snap of a cereal box breaks the quiet morning air. Scott’s backpack suddenly jerks as something no one else can see tries to snatch it away. What if the magical world he thought was just in his head is real—and it’s trying to pull him into a wild adventure?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Cold Cereal is a middle-grade fantasy adventure that blends Arthurian legend and Irish folklore with contemporary settings. It follows Scott, a boy who sometimes sees things others can't, as he teams up with a leprechaun and friends to stop an evil cereal company’s plans. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book contains imaginative magic and mild fantasy peril, making it an engaging read for fans of mythology and adventure.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780062060037
- Pages
- 421
- Publisher
- Balzer + Bray
- Published
- 2013
- Type
- Fiction