Project Viking

Irwin. Stambler

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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Space Conquest Beyond the Moon.

by Irwin. Stambler

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if you could escape your ordinary life and blast off to fight aliens in space? Imagine joining the Mobile Infantry against a terrifying enemy, where every mission could be your last. Can Juan Rico grow from a defiant kid into a true hero before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade science fiction novel follows Juan Rico as he joins the Mobile Infantry against an alien threat, exploring themes of personal growth and responsibility. Suitable for ages 9-12, it includes action and military conflict but avoids graphic violence. The story encourages discussions about maturity and courage in challenging situations.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

309 pages
ISBN
9780399605222
Pages
309
Publisher
Putnam Pub Group (L)
Published
January 2001
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Interplanetary VoyagesSpace Flight