Distress Signal

Mary E. Lambert

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Distress Signal

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary E. Lambert

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

When a sudden flash flood separates a group of sixth graders during a camping trip, four very different kids must band together to navigate the wild and find their way back. With just one pack of supplies and limited outdoor skills, they face nature’s challenges and learn the power of teamwork and forgiveness. Adventure and survival blend in this thrilling tale of friendship and courage.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fear & anxiety, bullying. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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

Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety Bullying
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

272 pages
45,840 words
5h 6m read-aloud
ISBN
9781338607444
Pages
272
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Published
Oct 20, 2020
Type
Fiction
Word Count
45,840
Read-Aloud
~5h 6m
Text Density
Standard

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