King Arthur
Jane B. Mason
King Arthur
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jane B. Mason
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
A mysterious sword embedded in stone challenges the bravest warriors of Britain, promising the crown to whoever can pull it free. Many fail, but when a young boy tries his luck, magic unfolds and a new king is revealed. Adventure, courage, and destiny collide in this timeless tale of medieval knights and legends.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include animal dies, physical danger, sexual assault mention. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant 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
- 0439440645
- Pages
- 131
- Publisher
- Scholastic Inc.
- Published
- 2003
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 19,044
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 7m
- Text Density
- Light Text