The elephant thief
Jane Kerr
The elephant thief
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jane Kerr
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
Danny never expected to end up owning an elephant, but when he does, he's tasked with an unforgettable adventure: traveling from Edinburgh to Manchester atop his new giant friend. Along the way, their journey sparks excitement and curiosity all across the nation. It's a tale full of surprises, friendship, and the magic of unexpected adventures.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781338188431
- Pages
- 308
- Publisher
- Chicken House
- Published
- 2018
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 73,913
- Read-Aloud
- ~8h 13m
- Text Density
- Standard