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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Roland Smith

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Henry Ludd's thirteenth birthday turns into the day the world flips upside down—no power, no phones, and chaos everywhere. When his dad disappears in the madness, Henry must find him, even if it means facing danger all alone. This isn't just a birthday adventure; it's a test of courage that will change Henry forever.

Quick Assessment

Set in a post-power outage world where society unravels, this middle-grade novel follows thirteen-year-old Henry as he searches for his missing father. The story explores themes of survival, bravery, and self-reliance, suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note mild peril and tense situations but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

295 pages
ISBN
9780545803526
Pages
295
Publisher
Scholastic, Incorporated
Published
2022
Type
Fiction

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