OPERATION
Caroline B. Cooney
OPERATION
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
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by Caroline B. Cooney
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
When their mother is deployed overseas during the Persian Gulf War, siblings Laura, Langan, and Nicholas face the challenges of managing life on their own. Together, they navigate new responsibilities and the emotional strain of separation, discovering strength in their family bond.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include war & conflict, family change, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0440226899
- Pages
- 211
- Publisher
- Laurel Leaf
- Published
- August 1, 1992
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 42,098
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 41m
- Text Density
- Standard