Martin Pippin in the Apple Orchard (Dodo Press)

Eleanor Farjeon

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Martin Pippin in the Apple Orchard (Dodo Press)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Eleanor Farjeon

Reading Level 7 12C Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What would you do if you found yourself lost in a sprawling apple orchard with only your wits to guide you? Martin Pippin faces just that challenge, wandering through rows of trees heavy with shiny fruit. But what mysteries and surprises await him beyond the next tree?

Quick Assessment

Martin Pippin in the Apple Orchard is a charming middle-grade fiction story by Eleanor Farjeon. Suitable for ages 9-12, it follows a young boy's adventure in an orchard, encouraging imagination and resilience. The book contains gentle themes appropriate for this age group without any concerning content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

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
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

328 pages
ISBN
9781406516852
Pages
328
Publisher
Dodo Press
Published
2007-02
Type
Fiction