The adventures of Robinson Crusoe

Daniel Defoe

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The adventures of Robinson Crusoe

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Daniel Defoe

Great Illustrated Classics

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 5th 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

Stranded alone on a remote island after a shipwreck, a resourceful Englishman must use his courage and cleverness to survive for nearly three decades. His journey is filled with challenges, self-discovery, and thrilling adventures as he adapts to island life. This timeless tale explores bravery and the spirit of adventure in the face of isolation.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, survival. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Survival
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

9/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

230 pages
16,316 words
1h 49m read-aloud
ISBN
1577656776
Pages
230
Publisher
ABDO
Published
2002
Type
Fiction
Word Count
16,316
Read-Aloud
~1h 49m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Crusoe, RobinsonShipwrecksSurvivalAdventure and Adventurers