The boy who invented the bubble gun
Paul Gallico
The boy who invented the bubble gun
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
An Odyssey of Innocence
by Paul Gallico
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Here’s a secret: a boy has created a bubble gun that can blow bubbles like no one has ever seen before. His journey from sunny California to rainy Washington is filled with surprises and challenges, but that's only the beginning.
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction follows a young boy traveling from California to Washington, where he invents a unique bubble gun. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story combines adventure with themes of creativity and perseverance without intense content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0434280615
- Pages
- 176
- Publisher
- Heinemann
- Published
- 1974
- Type
- Fiction