Dolphin Sky

Ginny Rorby

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Dolphin Sky

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ginny Rorby

Reading Level 6 11LE 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 you could swim alongside dolphins and discover secrets about friendship and bravery beneath the waves? Imagine a special girl who loves the ocean but faces challenges that make her journey even more amazing. What will she find in the vast, shimmering sea that changes everything?

Themes

AdventureAnimalsMarine LifeDisabilitiesFriendshipComing of Age

Quick Assessment

Dolphin Sky is a middle-grade novel that combines adventure and animal themes with a focus on marine life and disabilities. Suitable for ages 9-12, it tells the story of a young protagonist navigating personal challenges while exploring the ocean and its creatures. Parents should note the book's positive messages about resilience, friendship, and understanding differences.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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

246 pages
ISBN
9780698116207
Pages
246
Publisher
Putnam Juvenile
Published
Mar 23, 1998
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureAnimalsMarine LifeDisabilitiesDolphins