The extraordinary adventures of Alfred Kropp

Richard Yancey

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The extraordinary adventures of Alfred Kropp

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Richard Yancey

Reading Level 7 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Alfred Kropp races through shadowy corridors, gripping the legendary sword Excalibur. Dark forces close in, and every step could be his last. Suddenly, a chilling roar echoes—what's coming for him now?

Themes

AdventureOrphansKing ArthurComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows Alfred Kropp, a seemingly ordinary teenager who unexpectedly becomes the protector of King Arthur's legendary sword, Excalibur. The story includes themes of adventure, courage, and self-discovery, with some scenes involving mild fantasy violence appropriate for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should know that the narrative contains moments of peril and action but remains suitable for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

339 pages
ISBN
9781599900445
Pages
339
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Published
2007
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Arthur,KingOrphansAdventure and AdventurersAdventure StoriesAdventure FictionLarge Type BooksArthurHumorous Stories

People

Arthur King