Edenville Owls

Robert B. Parker

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Edenville Owls

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert B. Parker

Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 11+ Matched

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Fourteen-year-old Bobby navigates the challenges of growing up in a post-war town, where he notices unsettling changes and worries about his new English teacher's sudden absence. As he faces shifting friendships and uncertain feelings toward a girl, Bobby also struggles with guiding his basketball team through tough times. This story blends sports, personal growth, and the complexities of community life.

Themes

BasketballComing of AgePrejudicesFriendshipFamily

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, emotional: identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 11+.

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 Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

194 pages
32,772 words
3h 38m read-aloud
ISBN
9780399246562
Pages
194
Publisher
Penguin
Published
2007
Type
Fiction
Word Count
32,772
Read-Aloud
~3h 38m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

BasketballPrejudicesComing of AgeTeachersFriendshipWar