The Diary of a Young Girl

Anne Frank

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The Diary of a Young Girl

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anne Frank

Reading Level 6-7 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Matched

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 intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

A brave girl shares her secret thoughts while hiding with her family to stay safe during a dangerous time in history. Her personal writings reveal courage, hope, and the challenges faced in a hidden attic during a war. This powerful story helps young readers understand the importance of resilience and kindness.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, war & conflict, loss & grief. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety War & Conflict Loss & Grief Persecution
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
10
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

283 pages
ISBN
9780553296983
Pages
283
Publisher
Bantam
Published
1993-07
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

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People

Anne Frank (1929-1945)Otto Frank (1889-1980)Peter van PelsAuguste van PelsFritz PfefferPeter

Places

NetherlandsAmsterdam (Netherlands)AmsterdamDe guoEuropePays-Bas