Day of the Dragon King

Mary Pope Osborne

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Day of the Dragon King

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Pope Osborne

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The scent of incense curls through the warm air as ancient drums echo in the distance. Jack and Annie find themselves in a bustling palace filled with shimmering silk and mysterious whispers. Meeting the mighty Dragon King is thrilling, but what secrets will this magical adventure reveal?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This early reader book takes children aged 5 to 8 on a time-travel adventure to ancient China, where they meet the Dragon King. It blends elements of history and fantasy in a way that is accessible for young readers, emphasizing curiosity and discovery. The story contains mild fantasy themes suitable for early elementary students.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

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
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

68 pages
ISBN
9780590706421
Pages
68
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Tree HousesMagicTime TravelAncient CivilizationsChapter BooksFantasy FictionChinaHermanosBrothers and SistersMagiaHistoriaSpanish Language MaterialsFicción JuvenilViaje a Través Del TiempoCabañas En Los ÁrbolesKings and RulersEruption, 79Kinderbuch Ab 8 JahrenMädchenJungeSchwesterBruderGeschwisterBaumhausVerstecktVerborgenZeitreiseAbenteuerAltertumDrachenkaiserHerrscher

Places

China