Tarzan of the apes
Robin Moore
Tarzan of the apes
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Robin Moore
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Tarzan swings through the thick jungle leaves, heart pounding as something unknown crashes behind him. The apes chatter nervously, but Tarzan must decide—run or face the mystery lurking in the shadows?
Quick Assessment
This chapter book adaptation of the classic Tarzan story, inspired by the 1999 Disney film, is tailored for early readers aged 5 to 8. It introduces young readers to themes of adventure, nature, and the idea of growing up in a unique environment, with simple language suitable for a grade 3 reading level. Parents should note the story includes mild peril and explores the concept of a child raised by animals in the jungle.
Why we rated Tarzan of the apes 8LP
Tarzan of the apes is written at a Level 3 reading level across 88 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Tarzan of the apes works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate Tarzan of the apes as 8LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Tarzan of the apes explores adventure, coming of age, fantasy world-building, family, and nature — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, coming of age, fantasy world-building.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0689824130
- Pages
- 88
- Publisher
- Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
- Published
- 1999
- Type
- Fiction