Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

J. K. Rowling

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by J. K. Rowling

Harry Potter

Reading Level 7-8 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

At fifteen, Harry Potter faces new challenges at Hogwarts, including a strict teacher and troubling visions that connect to his past. Balancing schoolwork, magical adventures, and mysterious secrets, Harry must find courage to confront the dangers ahead. This thrilling chapter in his journey deepens the magic and mystery of his world.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7-8 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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 Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
6
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
10
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

870 pages
257,154 words
28h 34m read-aloud
ISBN
9780439358064
Pages
870
Publisher
Arthur A. Levine Books
Published
2003
Type
Fiction
Word Count
257,154
Read-Aloud
~28h 34m
Text Density
Dense

Subjects

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People

Harry PotterAlbus DumbledoreHagridRon WeasleyHermione GrangerLord VoldemortSeverus SnapeDudley DursleyHermine GrangerRon WeaslyHarry Potter (Fictitious character)Hermione Granger (Fictitious character)Ron Weasley (Fictitious character)

Places

EnglandHogwarts Schools of Witchcraft and WizardryGrimmauld PlacePrivet DriveAngleterre