Frankenstein's 10K
R. Rozanne Knudson
Frankenstein's 10K
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by R. Rozanne Knudson
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
What if a group of sixth-grade boys could turn their biggest defeat into the ultimate comeback? Imagine the thrill of racing faster, training harder, and dreaming bigger after losing to an all-girl team. But can they overcome more than just the clock to claim victory?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction centers around four sixth-grade boys who, after losing a regional track meet to an all-girl team, are determined to improve and win next time. It explores themes of sportsmanship, perseverance, and teamwork, making it suitable for children ages 9-12. The story contains mild competitive tension but no intense conflict, focusing on personal growth and friendship.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0670807796
- Pages
- 119
- Publisher
- Viking Juvenile
- Published
- 1986
- Type
- Fiction