Peter Pan (100th Anniversary Edition)

J. M. Barrie

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Peter Pan (100th Anniversary Edition)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by J. M. Barrie

Illustrated by Michael Hague

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The rustle of leaves whispers secrets as the warm breeze carries the scent of wildflowers and distant laughter. Somewhere beyond the trees, a boy with sparkling eyes and a mischievous grin waits to take you on a magical journey to a world where adventures never end. Feel the thrill of flying and wonder as you explore a place where growing up is just a choice—and friendship means everything.

Themes

FantasyAdventureFriendshipComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This classic tale follows Peter Pan, a boy who refuses to grow up, as he leads Wendy and her brothers to the fantastical Neverland filled with pirates, fairies, and adventure. Suitable for children ages 9-12, the story explores themes of imagination, childhood innocence, and the bittersweet nature of growing up. Parents should note the presence of mild peril and fantasy violence typical of adventurous stories.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light ←
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

176 pages
ISBN
9780805072457
Pages
176
Publisher
Macmillan
Published
October 1, 2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

FantasyAction & AdventureClassicsScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicFairy Tales & FolkloreOpen Library Staff PicksEnglish Children's FictionPop-up BooksToy and Movable BooksNever-Never LandSpecimensPeter PanOpen_syllabus_projectClassic LiteratureDramaPiratesChildren's PlaysFairy PlaysLarge Type BooksFairiesDarling, WendyFantasy FictionLondonEnglish LiteratureAdventure and AdventurersBoysEnglish Fantasy FictionCaptain HookBrothers and SistersChild and Youth FictionPlaysImaginary SocietiesCartoons and ComicsCollectors and CollectingChildren's LiteratureFreundschaftKlassikerJungeInselGeschwisterWunderKinderPiratenGefahrHelfenVerlassFairy TalesFantasy Literature

People

Peter PanMargaret Ogilvy Barrie

Places

Kensington Gardens (London, England)Neverland