DUST
Arthur Slade
DUST
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Arthur Slade
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
Eleven-year-old Robert faces a strange visitor who claims he can summon rain during a terrible drought in a small Saskatchewan town. As children begin vanishing mysteriously, Robert must uncover the truth and protect his community from the growing danger. This suspenseful tale blends mystery and courage against the harsh backdrop of the dust bowl.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0006485936
- Pages
- 168
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Published
- 2001
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 39,999
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 27m
- Text Density
- Standard