Tales of the sea from 'Blackwood'.

Blackwood Publishing, Limited

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Tales of the sea from 'Blackwood'.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Blackwood Publishing, Limited

Reading Level 6 11LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Waves crash as the ship creaks under the storm's fury. Suddenly, a shadow looms beneath the water, and the crew holds their breath. What mysterious force is about to change their fate forever?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This collection of sea stories immerses middle-grade readers in thrilling maritime adventures filled with suspense and rich descriptions. Suitable for ages 9-12, the tales explore themes of bravery and the unknown, with mild peril typical of classic sea fiction. Parents should note the presence of some tense scenes involving storms and creatures of the sea, but nothing overly intense or graphic.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

268 pages
ISBN
085158098X
Pages
268
Publisher
Blackwood
Published
1970
Type
Fiction

Genres

Sea stories

Subjects

Sea Stories