THE BEACH DOGS

COLIN DANN

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THE BEACH DOGS

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by COLIN DANN

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if you found a secret island where adventure waits around every corner? Zoe, Bertram, and their clever dog Jack sneak away to Clany, a place full of surprises and challenges. But surviving on this wild island won’t be as easy as they hoped—can they handle what’s coming next?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Zoe and Bertram as they stow away to a remote island called Clany, guided by their dog Jack. The story combines action and adventure with themes of friendship and resilience, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should note that while the adventure is exciting, it involves challenges that encourage problem-solving and courage.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9780099613800
Pages
144
Publisher
RED FOX
Published
1989
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureAnimalsDogsAdventure