Danger in the darkest hour

Mary Pope Osborne

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Danger in the darkest hour

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Pope Osborne

Stepping Stone; Magic Tree House Super Edition

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Jack and Annie journey back to 1944 Normandy, where they bravely land behind enemy lines to assist the Allied soldiers during a crucial moment in history. Their adventure unfolds amid the challenges of wartime, bringing history to life with magic and courage. Together, they discover the power of teamwork and bravery in the face of danger.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include war & conflict, physical danger, mild peril. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

War & Conflict Physical Danger Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

169 pages
22,449 words
2h 30m read-aloud
ISBN
9780553497724
Pages
169
Published
2015
Type
Fiction
Word Count
22,449
Read-Aloud
~2h 30m
Text Density
Light Text

Subjects

MagicBrothers and SistersCampaignsWorld Warfastfst01180924Time TravelWorld War, 1939-1945Military CampaignsWarWorld War1939-1945NormandySiblings

Places

NormandyFrance