Everest

Sandra K. Athans

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Everest

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sandra K. Athans

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Reading Level 5-6 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Experience the thrilling journey of Pete Athans as he battles extreme cold, dangerous cliffs, and life-threatening challenges to stand atop Mount Everest not once, but seven times. This gripping tale reveals the courage and determination needed to conquer the world's highest peak, even when faced with loss and peril along the way.

Themes

AdventureBiographyMountaineeringSurvival

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, illness & injury, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Physical Danger Illness & Injury Fear & Anxiety Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

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11,038 words
1h 14m read-aloud
ISBN
9780761365068
Publisher
Millbrook Press (Tm)
Published
2013
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
11,038
Read-Aloud
~1h 14m

Genres

Subjects

MountaineersMountaineering