Lampfish of Twill

Jessie Haas

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Lampfish of Twill

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jessie Haas

Reading Level 5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Here’s a secret: Cole’s world shifts when his uncle moves in unexpectedly. Strange feelings bubble up as family routines twist and change, but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

FamilyComing of AgeEmotional Growth

Quick Assessment

Lampfish of Twill explores a middle-grade child's emotional journey as his family adjusts to new dynamics when his uncle moves in. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, this story sensitively handles themes of family change and the challenges children face in adapting to sudden shifts in their home life.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Divorce & Family Change Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

ISBN
9780613035736
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
October 1999
Type
Fiction