Ice Swans

Booth, Anne (Children's fiction writer)

Cover of Ice Swans

Ice Swans

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Booth, Anne (Children's fiction writer)

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.

About This Book

Maya holds the power to bring a frozen kingdom back to life with just her belief! When wicked Lord Astor turns graceful swans into icy statues, only courage and friendship can melt the frost. What will happen when Maya's magical coloring book unleashes wings to fly?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows Maya as she journeys into a magical kingdom where she must save enchanted swans frozen by an evil lord. The book combines adventure, friendship, and educational elements about real birds, making it engaging and age-appropriate for children ages 9-12. It contains light fantasy peril but no intense content, with beautiful illustrations and interactive coloring pages that encourage creativity.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

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

Similar Books

Based on content and theme analysis

See all books like this →

Details

Book Length

160 pages
ISBN
9780192766236
Pages
160
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Published
2018
Type
Fiction