Shanti the Acrobat

Cindy Bohannon Schneider

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Shanti the Acrobat

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cindy Bohannon Schneider

Reading Level 4-5 9C 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 soft rustle of paws on the circus tent fabric fills the air as Shanti, the fearless acrobat cat, leaps through the swirling lights. Every flip and twist tells a story of courage and friendship under the big top. But when a shadow threatens the show, Shanti must find her bravest leap yet.

Themes

Animal storiesCatsAdventureFriendshipFamily

Quick Assessment

Shanti the Acrobat is a middle-grade fiction book about a talented cat who performs daring circus acts. Suitable for ages 9-12, it combines themes of adventure and animal stories with messages about bravery and friendship. The story is gentle and engaging, with no intense content, making it appropriate for young readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

140 pages
ISBN
9781587211133
Pages
140
Publisher
1st Books Library
Published
June 20, 2000
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Animal StoriesCatsAction & AdventureAnimals