Lost & found
Shaun Tan
Lost & found
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Shaun Tan
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
A collection of three evocative tales exploring feelings of loss and hope. Each story invites readers to reflect on change and resilience, culminating with a powerful narrative about a world transformed. These stories blend imagination with deep emotion to resonate with young readers.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780545229241
- Pages
- 138
- Publisher
- Scholastic Inc.
- Published
- 2011
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 2,448
- Read-Aloud
- ~16 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy