Robot on the Rampage
R. D. Zimmerman
Robot on the Rampage
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by R. D. Zimmerman
The text is written at a 2nd 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
What happens when a robot goes wild in the city? Sparks fly and gadgets whir as the robot races through streets, causing unexpected chaos. Can anyone stop the rampage before it's too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Robot on the Rampage is an early reader fiction book geared toward children ages 5 to 8, with a reading level around grade 2. It introduces young readers to exciting stories involving science and technology through the adventure of a robot causing unexpected mischief. The book is appropriate for early readers and contains mild tension without any intense content.
Why we rated Robot on the Rampage 7LP
Robot on the Rampage is written at a Level 2 reading level across 17 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Robot on the Rampage works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Robot on the Rampage as 7LP ("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, Robot on the Rampage weaves together science & technology and adventure.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about science & technology, adventure.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7LP — 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
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780922242092
- Pages
- 17
- Publisher
- Bepuzzled
- Published
- April 1988
- Type
- Nonfiction