My Hero Academia

Kōhei Horikoshi

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My Hero Academia

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Izuku Midoriya: origin

by Kōhei Horikoshi

My Hero Academia; Shonen Jump

Reading Level 3-4 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 11+ Heads Up Page-Turner Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

In a world where most people have amazing superpowers called Quirks, young Izuku Midoriya dreams of becoming a hero despite being born without any powers. When the greatest hero, All Might, notices his determination, Izuku gets a rare chance to prove himself at the Hero Academy. Follow his thrilling journey filled with challenges, courage, and the fight between good and evil.

Themes

FriendshipComing of AgeFamilyAdventureFantasy World-BuildingSocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. Content themes include death & grief, child abuse, domestic violence. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Death & Grief Child Abuse Domestic Violence Physical Danger Bullying Fear & Anxiety Substance Use Physical Restraint Realistic Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

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

Discussion Potential

7/10

Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

187 pages
11,286 words
1h 15m read-aloud
ISBN
9781974710683
Pages
187
Published
2019
Type
Fiction
Word Count
11,286
Read-Aloud
~1h 15m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

High school students