Green corn moon.
Lanning, George
Green corn moon.
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Lanning, George
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Green Corn Moon tells the story of a boy who holds a secret power that can change his world forever. His journey is not just about magic, but about courage and finding where he truly belongs. Discover why his story matters more than anyone could have imagined.
Quick Assessment
Green Corn Moon is a middle-grade fiction novel suitable for ages 9-12 that explores themes of courage, self-discovery, and belonging. The story follows a young protagonist with a unique secret power, offering readers an engaging blend of adventure and emotional growth. Parents should note that the book handles these themes in an age-appropriate manner without intense content.
Why we rated Green corn moon. 11LE
Green corn moon. is written at a Level 6 reading level across 250 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Green corn moon. works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Green corn moon. as 11LE ("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, Green corn moon. explores adventure, coming of age, fantasy world-building, friendship, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, coming of age, fantasy world-building.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 067035399X
- Pages
- 250
- Publisher
- Viking Adult
- Published
- 1968
- Type
- Fiction