The burning bridge

John Flanagan

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The burning bridge

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by John Flanagan

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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 had to face your biggest fear to save your kingdom? Imagine standing on the edge of a burning bridge, knowing the enemy's foot soldiers, the Wargals, are just beyond. Will's courage is about to be tested like never before—can he rise to the challenge before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Will as he confronts his fear of the Wargals, soldiers serving a dangerous warlord, amid an impending battle to protect his kingdom. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of bravery and conflict in a fantasy war setting without graphic violence. The story offers an engaging introduction to heroism and overcoming fear for young readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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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
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

262 pages
ISBN
9780545047746
Pages
262
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
2007
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HeroesWarFantasy Fiction