Dream of the Blue Turtle

Debbie Dadey

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Dream of the Blue Turtle

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Debbie Dadey

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

The salty breeze carries the soft splash of waves and the warm glow of sunlight filters through shimmering water. Kiki Coral’s purple tail twitches with a secret—a vision that chills her to the core. Her friend Rocky is in danger, but will anyone believe the mysterious warning beneath the sea?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Kiki Coral, a young mermaid who has the rare ability to see glimpses of the future. When she foresees a perilous encounter for her classmate, she must find a way to warn him despite disbelief from others. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of friendship, courage, and trust in a magical underwater setting.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
ISBN
9781442482654
Pages
128
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2014
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

MermaidsSchoolsTurtles