The Black Stallion and the shape-shifter

Steven Farley

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The Black Stallion and the shape-shifter

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Steven Farley

Black Stallion

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

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

Alec and his magnificent black stallion journey to the windswept Irish coast to heal after a racing injury. There, they meet a mysterious kelpie who challenges them to a thrilling race with a young girl’s life hanging in the balance. Adventure and magic collide in this captivating tale of courage and friendship.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. 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 Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
7
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

56,982 words
6h 20m read-aloud
ISBN
9780375965319
Publisher
Random House
Published
2008
Type
Fiction
Word Count
56,982
Read-Aloud
~6h 20m

Subjects

HorsesSupernaturalIrelandFantasy Fiction

Places

Ireland