Glinda of Oz

L. Frank L. Frank Baum

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Glinda of Oz

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

By L. Frank Baum - Illustrated

by L. Frank L. Frank Baum

Reading Level 3 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Matched

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

The gentle splash of water echoes across the shimmering glass island beneath the lake, where secrets and magic hide beneath the surface. Princess Ozma and Dorothy hear whispers of a coming war, and their adventure takes them deep into the heart of a land where friends can become foes, and bravery shines like the brightest light. Feel the shimmer of hope and the warmth of friendship as they race against time to bring peace to the Land of Oz.

Quick Assessment

Glinda of Oz, the final book in L. Frank Baum’s original Oz series, follows Princess Ozma and Dorothy as they try to prevent a war and rescue friends trapped on a magical submerged island. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8, this unabridged edition includes original illustrations and a biography of the author. The story explores themes of conflict resolution, friendship, and courage, with mild peril appropriate for young children.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

87 pages
ISBN
9789992211588
Pages
87
Publisher
Ballantine Books
Published
January 1990
Type
Fiction