Shadow on the Dial

Anne M Lindbergh

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Shadow on the Dial

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anne M Lindbergh

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Dawn and Marcus race through a swirling mist, the old clock tower looming behind them as strange shadows flicker on the dial. Suddenly, the ground shifts beneath their feet, pulling them into a whirlwind of time itself. What secrets will they uncover when the past and future collide?

Quick Assessment

Shadow on the Dial is a middle-grade mystery that follows siblings Dawn and Marcus as they embark on an extraordinary time-travel adventure to help their great-uncle. The story blends elements of fantasy and detective fiction, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12, with no intense content to worry about.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

162 pages
ISBN
9780380705450
Pages
162
Publisher
Avon Books
Published
1988
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery and Detective Stories