Race to Slime Central

Barry Hutchison

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Race to Slime Central

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Barry Hutchison

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

What if you sneezed so hard that you landed inside your very own video game? Max does just that and meets the Goozillas, the gooey green creatures he created! But when the cute-but-evil Sicklies start causing trouble, can Max and his slimy friends race to Slime Central before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows Max as he is transported into his own World of Slime video game, where he teams up with the Goozillas to battle the villainous Sicklies. Filled with colorful illustrations and fast-paced adventure, it is suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. The story contains mild fantasy peril but remains lighthearted and engaging for young readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
ISBN
9780192763778
Pages
128
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Published
2018
Type
Fiction

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