My Son, the Time Traveller

Dan Greenburg

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My Son, the Time Traveller

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dan Greenburg

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

Here’s a secret: Zack meets a boy who looks just like him—but this boy is from the future! Imagine meeting your own son before he’s even born, and learning about time travel adventures. But that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Children's FictionScience FictionFantasy FictionFamilyAdventure

Quick Assessment

This early reader adventure follows Zack as he unexpectedly encounters his future son, who has traveled back in time. Suitable for ages 5 to 8, the story introduces science fiction and fantasy elements in a light and imaginative way. The book encourages curiosity about time travel without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — 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

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

56 pages
ISBN
9780330353595
Pages
56
Publisher
Pan Books Limited
Published
1998
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Science FictionFantasy Fiction