Run for Your Life

Wilma E. Alexander

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Run for Your Life

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Wilma E. Alexander

Reading Level 3-4 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

After a sudden explosion rocks their town, Emily and her cousin race against time to save their loved ones amid chaos and danger. Facing harsh challenges and uncovering family struggles, they learn the true strength of courage and resilience. Their journey reveals the power of hope even in the darkest moments.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. Content themes include domestic violence, child abuse, addiction. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Domestic Violence Child Abuse Addiction Drug Use Alcohol Abuse Physical Danger Injury Death Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

154 pages
22,278 words
2h 29m read-aloud
ISBN
1896184464
Pages
154
Publisher
Roussan Pub Incorporated
Published
October 1, 1998
Type
Fiction
Word Count
22,278
Read-Aloud
~2h 29m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

FamilyHistoricalCanadaPost-ConfederationChildren's LiteratureOntarioPersonal GrowthTrentonAction & Adventure