See Dave Run

Jeannette Eyerly

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See Dave Run

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jeannette Eyerly

Reading Level 4-5 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up

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 intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

What if you had to run away because home felt too hard to stay in? Imagine stepping into the unknown with no map, no plan, and no one waiting for you. Could you find hope when everything feels lost?

Themes

Runaway ChildrenFamilyEmotional StruggleComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the difficult themes of running away and the emotional struggles of a teenage boy facing an intolerable home life. Recommended for readers aged 9-12, it sensitively addresses feelings of isolation and despair, including mentions of suicide, and may prompt important conversations. Parents should be aware of its mature themes when considering it for younger readers.

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

Runaway Suicide Emotional: Loneliness Emotional: Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

126 pages
ISBN
9780671560317
Pages
126
Publisher
Pocket Books
Published
March 1986
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Runaway ChildrenRunawaysSuicide