Mars diaries.
Sigmund Brouwer
Mars diaries.
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Time Bomb
by Sigmund Brouwer
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
Tyce Sanders, a skilled virtual reality expert, joins his father and Director Rawlings on an exciting mission across the vast Martian landscape to uncover the secrets behind strange black boxes that emerge following a powerful landquake. As they explore the red planet, they face challenges that test their courage and faith in unexpected ways.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0842343067
- Pages
- 113
- Publisher
- Tyndale Kids
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 20,110
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 14m
- Text Density
- Standard