Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
Eric Shanower
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Eric Shanower
Illustrated by Young, Skottie, illustrator
Marvel Illustrated; Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Join Dorothy and her friends as they journey through the magical land of Oz, facing new challenges and meeting enchanting characters along the way. This exciting graphic novel brings a classic fantasy tale to life with colorful illustrations and adventurous twists perfect for young readers.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 2-3 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 5-8.
Why we rated Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz 7LP
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz is written at a Level 2-3 reading level (approximately 1,568 words). Strong independent readers around grade 3.9 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz works for readers up to grade 4.9.
Read aloud, Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz takes about 10 minutes, which fits within a single read-aloud session.
We rate Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz as 7LP ("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, Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz explores fantasy world-building, adventure, and graphic novels — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Readers who like a steady plot with enough momentum to keep pages turning.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about fantasy world-building, adventure, graphic novels.
Maybe not for
- ! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7LP — 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
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781614793434
- Publisher
- Marvel Illustrated
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 1,568
- Read-Aloud
- ~10 min