Flash Point

Sneed B. Collard

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Flash Point

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sneed B. Collard

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

Luther spends his afternoons helping a veterinarian care for birds of prey, learning about their strength and survival. When he starts to challenge the community's ideas about how the land should be used, he faces tough choices that could change his friendships and family bonds. This story explores courage, nature, and standing up for what you believe in.

Themes

Nature & the Natural WorldEmotions & FeelingsFriendshipFamilySocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include emotional: conflict with friends and family. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Conflict with Friends and Family
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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

214 pages
47,956 words
5h 20m read-aloud
ISBN
1561453854
Pages
214
Publisher
Peachtree Publishing Company
Published
August 3, 2006
Type
Fiction
Word Count
47,956
Read-Aloud
~5h 20m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Birds of prey

Subjects

Nature & the Natural WorldTreesSocial IssuesEmotions & FeelingsYoung Adult FictionCommunity & NeighborhoodAdolescenceNatureAnimalsBirdsPeer PressureEnvironmentBirds of PreyEcology