What reading level is The cube?

The cube by Paul Manship is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The cube appropriate for?

The cube is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is The cube?

The cube is fiction — Children's stories.

Does The cube have any content warnings?

The cube has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The cube?

The cube by Paul Manship is 128 pages.

The cube

Paul Manship

The cube

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Paul Manship

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

The sharp thud of a bouncing ball echoes through the empty field as Tyrone braces himself in goal. Sweat drips down his forehead, mixing with the cool evening air, while a strange feeling tingles in his hands. Suddenly, everything changes—an unexpected challenge that could decide the fate of the entire solar system.

Themes

Juvenile fictionMagic cubesAdventure Sports Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Tyrone Davies, a reluctant goalie who faces his toughest challenge yet when he's selected to represent Earth in a cosmic contest. The story combines sports with elements of fantasy and adventure, appropriate for ages 9 to 12, exploring themes of courage and responsibility. There is mild tension but no graphic content, making it suitable for middle-grade readers.