Great Expectations

Kaplan Publishing

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Great Expectations

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Kaplan Vocabulary-Building Classic for Young Readers

by Kaplan Publishing

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The crunch of gravel underfoot echoes as Pip steps onto the cold, misty streets of London, his heart pounding with hope and fear. A mysterious fortune has changed everything, promising a future filled with grandeur and new faces. But as the city lights flicker, Pip wonders if wealth can truly buy happiness or if some secrets are better left buried.

Quick Assessment

This classic tale follows Pip, a young orphan who unexpectedly inherits a fortune that allows him to rise in society and pursue his dreams in London. Suitable for teens, it explores themes of ambition, identity, and the impact of social class. Parents should note its complex language and mature themes typical of young adult literature.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Clear
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Moderate

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
10
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

320 pages
ISBN
9780743283410
Pages
320
Publisher
Kaplan Children's
Published
April 4, 2006
Type
Fiction

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