What reading level is The dark side of nowhere?

The dark side of nowhere by Genevieve Gray is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The dark side of nowhere appropriate for?

The dark side of nowhere is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is The dark side of nowhere?

The dark side of nowhere is fiction — Electric power failures.

Does The dark side of nowhere have any content warnings?

The dark side of nowhere 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 dark side of nowhere?

The dark side of nowhere by Genevieve Gray is 40 pages.

The dark side of nowhere

Genevieve Gray

The dark side of nowhere

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Genevieve Gray

Reading Level 2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if the lights went out all over your neighborhood and a baby was born in the dark? Imagine a big blackout turning the South Bronx into a mysterious place where surprises happen and secrets come to light. But when a burglar is caught during the blackout, what will happen next?

Themes

Electric Power FailuresCommunityHistorical Family Multicultural

Quick Assessment

Set during the November 9, 1965 blackout in the South Bronx, this early reader explores themes of community and unexpected events during a power outage. Suitable for ages 5-8, it provides historical context with accessible language and touches on family and neighborhood life during this significant moment. Parents should note the story involves a minor crime event but presents it in a gentle, age-appropriate manner.