Dusty

Jane B. Mason, Sarah Hines-Stephens

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Dusty

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jane B. Mason, Sarah Hines-Stephens

Rescue Dogs

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 5th 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 powerful earthquake strikes, brave rescue dogs and their handlers leap into action to save lives and protect their community. Packed with excitement and heartwarming moments, this thrilling adventure celebrates courage and teamwork. Perfect for readers who love dogs and daring rescues!

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, fear & anxiety. 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

Physical Danger Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

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48,789 words
5h 25m read-aloud
ISBN
9781338362060
Publisher
Rescue Dogs
Published
June 2 2020
Type
Fiction
Word Count
48,789
Read-Aloud
~5h 25m

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