What reading level is Save the whale?

Save the whale by Michael Koepf is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Save the whale appropriate for?

Save the whale is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Save the whale?

Save the whale is fiction — Vietnam War, 1961-1975.

Does Save the whale have any content warnings?

Save the whale has a HootRating of 11LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Save the whale?

Save the whale by Michael Koepf is 256 pages.

Save the whale

Michael Koepf

Save the whale

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by Michael Koepf

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Did you know that whales hold secrets beneath the waves that could change everything we thought we knew? Deep in the ocean, one brave kid discovers a hidden truth about these magnificent creatures — but that's only the beginning.

Themes

Adventure Friendship Science & NatureEnvironmental Awareness

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction story follows a young protagonist on a mission to protect whales, blending adventure with environmental themes suitable for ages 9-12. The narrative encourages empathy toward wildlife and raises awareness about ocean conservation without intense or graphic content.