Horsepower

Matt Doeden

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Horsepower

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Matt Doeden

Reading Level 6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Feel the rumble beneath your feet as engines roar and tires screech across the track. From speedy sports cars to dirt-slinging dirt bikes, every page bursts with the thrill of raw horsepower. Get ready to race through a world where power and speed rule the road.

Quick Assessment

Horsepower by Matt Doeden introduces readers aged 9-12 to the exciting world of powerful engines and expert drivers through vivid action photography and engaging text. The book covers various vehicles, including sports cars and dirt bikes, making it an exciting choice for young readers interested in mechanics and racing. Content is appropriate for middle-grade readers, featuring no mature themes beyond the excitement of motorsports.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

256 pages
ISBN
9781543524949
Pages
256
Publisher
Capstone Press
Published
2018
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Engines