Save Our Star

Claxton Dong

Cover of Save Our Star

Save Our Star

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Claxton Dong

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The hum of strange machines fills the air as a boy from the far future arrives in a world filled with buzzing gadgets and swirling mysteries. He smells the fresh scent of Earth’s forests, knowing this place is in danger, and every step he takes could change the fate of the planet. What will happen when the future depends on the science of today?

Themes

Action & AdventureScience FictionFantasyJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

Save Our Star follows a young boy from the 23rd century who travels back in time to the 21st century to help advance scientific knowledge. The story explores themes of science fiction and adventure suitable for middle-grade readers, focusing on teamwork and problem-solving. There is no intense content, making it appropriate for children ages 9 to 12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9780971799301
Pages
144
Publisher
Brown Swan Publishers
Published
December 1, 2002
Type
Fiction

Genres

Time travel

Subjects

Action & AdventureScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicShort StoriesScience FictionTime Travel