Quest

Dorothy Oxley

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Quest

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dorothy Oxley

Reading Level 4-5 9LP 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

This story reveals a secret: the fate of an entire planet depends on a lost spaceship. Brave explorers race against rivals through alien worlds to find it first. What they discover could change everything for the future—and for you.

Quick Assessment

Set on a distant planet in the far future, this middle-grade science fiction novel follows young characters caught in a high-stakes quest to find a lost spaceship and its valuable knowledge. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, it features themes of adventure, conflict, and discovery without graphic content. The story encourages imagination and problem-solving while exploring the importance of cooperation and understanding in challenging situations.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
ISBN
9780732401702
Pages
128
Publisher
Lion
Published
1990
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Child and Youth FictionScience Fiction