Crisis on multiple earths
Gardner F. Fox
Crisis on multiple earths
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Team-ups
by Gardner F. Fox
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 countless worlds collided all at once, and heroes from every universe had to unite? Imagine a crisis so big, it could change everything you know about superheroes. But can they stop the chaos before it's too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade science fiction book introduces young readers to an epic superhero crossover event where multiple Earths face a dire crisis. Appropriate for ages 9-12, it offers exciting adventures inspired by classic Silver Age comics, with themes of teamwork and heroism. The story contains mild peril typical of superhero tales but remains suitable for its intended audience.
Why we rated Crisis on multiple earths 11LP
Crisis on multiple earths is written at a Level 6 reading level across 224 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Crisis on multiple earths works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Crisis on multiple earths as 11LP ("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, Crisis on multiple earths explores comics & graphic novels, science fiction, superheroes, and adventure — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about comics & graphic novels, science fiction, superheroes.
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
11LP — 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
- 9781401204709
- Pages
- 224
- Publisher
- DC Comics
- Published
- 2005
- Type
- Fiction