Cradlefasts (Signature)

William Mayne

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Cradlefasts (Signature)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by William Mayne

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

What if a sister you thought was gone forever suddenly appeared at your door? Imagine uncovering secrets that change everything you believed about your family. David and Keith must confront ghosts from the past that could reshape their future forever.

Quick Assessment

Cradlefasts is a middle-grade fantasy novel suitable for ages 9-12 that explores themes of family secrets and confronting past mysteries. The story follows David and Keith as they navigate the unexpected arrival of a sister thought to have died at birth, leading them on a challenging emotional journey. Parents should note the book includes themes of loss and identity but is appropriate for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

208 pages
ISBN
9780340651261
Pages
208
Publisher
Hodder Children's Books
Published
November 2, 1995
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Fantasy