Solo, the super star

Pippa Funnell

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Solo, the super star

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Super Star

by Pippa Funnell

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

Here's a secret: Solo isn’t just any horse—he’s a superstar with a special bond only Tilly Redbrow can understand. Their connection holds a magic that could change everything at Silver Shoe Farm, but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

HorsesFriendshipHuman-animal relationshipsAdventureJuvenile fiction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Tilly Redbrow, a gifted 'horse whisperer,' and her adventures with Solo, a remarkable horse at Silver Shoe Farm. Ideal for ages 9-12, the book explores themes of friendship and human-animal relationships without any intense content, making it suitable for young readers who love horses.

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

111 pages
ISBN
9781842557143
Pages
111
Publisher
Orion Children's Books
Published
2010
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HorsesSilver Shoe FarmTilly RedbrowHuman-animal RelationshipsAdopted Children