Flying Ace
Jim Eldridge
Flying Ace
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Jack Fairfax, Royal Flying Corps, 1915-1918
by Jim Eldridge
The text is written at a 6th 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
Nineteen-year-old Jack Fairfax defies his aristocratic parents by joining the Royal Flying Corps during World War I, soaring into dangerous aerial battles against skilled German pilots. As he navigates the perils of war in the skies, Jack discovers courage and tests his limits in a gripping tale of bravery and conflict.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include realistic violence, physical danger, war & conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780439935517
- Pages
- 160
- Publisher
- Scholastic Canada, Limited
- Published
- 2007
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 29,894
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 19m
- Text Density
- Standard