Frankenstein (Livewire Graphics for Lower Attainers)
Philip Page, Marilyn Pettit, Mary Shelley
Frankenstein (Livewire Graphics for Lower Attainers)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Philip Page, Marilyn Pettit, Mary Shelley
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Lightning crashes as Victor Frankenstein works feverishly in his dark lab, his hands trembling over a strange, glowing creation. Suddenly, the creature's eyes snap open, staring right at him. What will happen next?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic 'Frankenstein' is designed for early readers and those who benefit from simplified text and visual storytelling. It uses abridged original text combined with illustrations and annotations to support comprehension, making it suitable for children ages 5-8 and learners with special educational needs. The story explores themes of creation and responsibility in an accessible way.
Why we rated Frankenstein (Livewire Graphics for Lower Attainers) 8LE
Frankenstein (Livewire Graphics for Lower Attainers) is written at a Level 3 reading level across 64 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Frankenstein (Livewire Graphics for Lower Attainers) works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate Frankenstein (Livewire Graphics for Lower Attainers) as 8LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Frankenstein (Livewire Graphics for Lower Attainers) explores classic literature, adaptation, science & nature, friendship, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about classic literature, adaptation, science & nature.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780340782620
- Pages
- 64
- Publisher
- Hodder Murray
- Published
- June 30, 2001
- Type
- Fiction