Rimonah of the Flashing Sword
Eric A. Kimmel
Rimonah of the Flashing Sword
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
a North African tale
by Eric A. Kimmel
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Rimonah is a courageous and kind-hearted girl whose beauty and bravery help her overcome the tricks of a wicked sorceress determined to harm her. Set in ancient Egypt, this enchanting tale weaves magic and adventure as Rimonah faces challenges to protect herself and those she loves.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 5-8.
Why we rated Rimonah of the Flashing Sword 9LP
Rimonah of the Flashing Sword is written at a Level 4-5 reading level (approximately 2,934 words). Strong independent readers around grade 5.1 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Rimonah of the Flashing Sword works for readers up to grade 6.1.
Read aloud, Rimonah of the Flashing Sword takes about 20 minutes, which fits within a single read-aloud session.
We rate Rimonah of the Flashing Sword as 9LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, Rimonah of the Flashing Sword explores fairy tales, folklore, adventure, courage, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about fairy tales, folklore, adventure.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers looking for something heavier — this is a gentle, low-stakes story by design.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0823410935
- Publisher
- Holiday House
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 2,934
- Read-Aloud
- ~20 min