Control

Steve Skidmore

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Control

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Steve Skidmore

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Jack, Merle, and Loaf aren't just in trouble—they're on the brink of disappearing forever! Loaf's risky adventure with the Server has unleashed chaos, and now a wild Bug is rampaging through the airbase. The fate of the universe hangs in the balance, and only they can stop The Tyrant from taking over everything.

Themes

InternetFriendshipAdventureJuvenile fiction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows three friends caught in a thrilling digital adventure where they must confront the consequences of using a forbidden Server. With themes centered on internet technology and friendship, the story explores bravery and teamwork in the face of high stakes. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains mild peril related to fantasy technology and suspenseful scenarios.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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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
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

135 pages
ISBN
9780439981200
Pages
135
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
2002
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

InternetScience Fiction