Peter Pan

J. M. Barrie

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Peter Pan

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by J. M. Barrie

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Did you know there's a boy who never grows up, living in a magical place called Neverland? He can fly and leads daring battles against pirates, all while hiding a secret only a few know. But that's only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This classic fantasy novel follows Peter Pan, a boy who never grows up, as he takes Wendy and her brothers on an unforgettable journey to Neverland. The story includes themes of adventure, friendship, and imagination, suitable for middle-grade readers ages 9-12. Parents should be aware of mild fantasy peril and occasional conflict involving pirates and other characters.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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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
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

267 pages
ISBN
9780517632222
Pages
267
Publisher
Gramercy
Published
1987
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FantasyOpen 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 ComicsClassicsCollectors and CollectingChildren's LiteratureFreundschaftKlassikerJungeInselGeschwisterWunderKinderPiratenGefahrHelfenVerlassFairy TalesFantasy Literature

People

Peter PanMargaret Ogilvy Barrie

Places

Kensington Gardens (London, England)Neverland