Marvin Redpost
Louis Sachar
Marvin Redpost
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
a flying birthday cake
by Louis Sachar
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Two days after Marvin sees a glowing green thing that looks like a flying birthday cake in the night sky, his third-grade class is joined by a mysterious new boy with peculiar behavior.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780679990000
- Pages
- 76
- Publisher
- Random House
- Published
- 1999
- Type
- Fiction