Kwame Crashes the Underworld

Craig Kofi Farmer

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Kwame Crashes the Underworld

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Craig Kofi Farmer

Reading Level 7 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

There’s a secret world beneath your feet, where legends live and the impossible happens. Twelve-year-old Kwame didn’t know it either—until he was suddenly pulled into the Ghanaian underworld to help his late grandmother fight for humanity’s fate. But that’s only the beginning.

Themes

FamilyAdventureAfricanLegendsMythsJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

Kwame Crashes the Underworld follows a 12-year-old boy who journeys into the Ghanaian underworld to assist his late grandmother in a mission to save humanity. This middle-grade novel blends African mythology with themes of family and bravery, making it suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note the story includes mythological challenges but is appropriate for this age group.

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
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

352 pages
ISBN
9781250900265
Pages
352
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Published
2024
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Legends, Myths, FablesAfricanFamilyMultigenerationalFantasy & Magic