Moko to the Rescue

Matthew K. Manning

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Moko to the Rescue

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Matthew K. Manning

Heroic Animals; Graphic Library

Reading Level 2-3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 2nd 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

At Mahia Beach in New Zealand, a lively dolphin named Moko captivates visitors with playful antics like fetching beach balls and borrowing boogie boards. When two pygmy sperm whales become stuck near the shore, Moko springs into action, guiding them safely back to the open ocean. This inspiring tale celebrates teamwork and the kindness found in unexpected heroes.

Themes

AnimalsAdventureFriendshipNature

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 2-3 book with gentle content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

33 pages
1,090 words
7m read-aloud
ISBN
9781666393965
Pages
33
Publisher
Capstone
Published
2023
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,090
Read-Aloud
~7 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

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