My side of the story

Kiki Thorpe

My side of the story

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Peter Pan as told to Kiki Thorpe = My side of the story by Captain Hook as told to Kiki Thorpe ; [edited by] Catherine Daly.

by Kiki Thorpe

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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

What if you could hear the story of Peter Pan, not just from Peter himself, but from Captain Hook too? Imagine hearing the pirate’s side about that tricky crocodile and the adventures in Neverland. Whose version will you believe?

Themes

Juvenile FictionAdventure Friendship Fantasy World-Building

Quick Assessment

This early reader book offers two perspectives on the classic Peter Pan story: one from Peter Pan and the other from Captain Hook. Illustrated with vibrant full-color artwork, it introduces young readers to the idea of multiple viewpoints and unreliable narrators. Suitable for children ages 5-8, it contains mild conflict typical of fairy tale adventures without any intense content.

Why we rated My side of the story 8C

My side of the story is written at a Level 3 reading level across 72 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, My side of the story works for readers up to grade 5.0.

We rate My side of the story as 8C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.

Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.

Thematically, My side of the story explores juvenile fiction, adventure, friendship, and fantasy world-building — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
✓ Kids drawn to stories about juvenile fiction, adventure, friendship.

Maybe not for

! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — Clear

Emotional

Clear

Physical

Clear

Social

Clear

Thematic

Clear

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

Content Flags

Mild Peril

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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