Lost and found

Joan Abelove, Paul Zindel, Joyce Hansen, David Lubar

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Lost and found

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

award-winning authors sharing real-life experiences through fiction

by Joan Abelove, Paul Zindel, Joyce Hansen, David Lubar

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Dive into a captivating collection where talented authors transform their youthful memories into compelling tales that resonate with teens. Each story unfolds unique moments from growing up, paired with personal reflections that reveal the real-life inspirations behind the fiction. Perfect for young readers eager to explore diverse experiences and emotions from adolescence.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include emotional: identity & self-discovery, emotional: fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery Emotional: 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
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

223 pages
56,434 words
6h 16m read-aloud
ISBN
0312870485
Pages
223
Publisher
Macmillan
Published
2000
Type
Fiction
Word Count
56,434
Read-Aloud
~6h 16m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

Children's Stories, AmericanHigh SchoolsSchoolsTeenagersShort Stories