Scann
Robert Harlow
Scann
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Robert Harlow
The text is written at a 7th 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
Here's a secret: Scann isn't just a name—it's a key to a hidden world where nothing is quite what it seems. Imagine discovering a mystery so deep, it changes everything you thought you knew. But that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Scann by Robert Harlow is a middle-grade fiction book suitable for ages 9-12, centered around a mysterious and engaging story that invites readers into a world of secrets and discovery. The narrative encourages critical thinking and imagination without intense content, making it a good fit for this age group. Parents can expect a story that explores themes of mystery and literature in an age-appropriate way.
Why we rated Scann 12LE
Scann is written at a Level 7 reading level across 307 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 8.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Scann works for readers up to grade 9.0.
We rate Scann as 12LE ("Light — Emotional") 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.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Scann explores mystery, literature & fiction, and coming of age — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about mystery, literature & fiction, coming of age.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0771092563
- Pages
- 307
- Publisher
- New Canadian Library
- Published
- 1977
- Type
- Fiction