The Game (Firebird)

Diana Wynne Jones

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The Game (Firebird)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Diana Wynne Jones

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Hayley’s life changes when she’s sent to stay with her aunts in Ireland, discovering a large, lively family and a mysterious game that takes them to the magical ‘mythosphere.’ As she plays, Hayley uncovers secrets about her past and her true identity in a tale full of wit and wonder. Adventure and self-discovery await in this captivating story by Diana Wynne Jones.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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 Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
10
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

179 pages
35,018 words
3h 53m read-aloud
ISBN
9780142407189
Pages
179
Publisher
Puffin Books
Published
March 1, 2007
Type
Fiction
Word Count
35,018
Read-Aloud
~3h 53m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Greek MythologyFantasyCousinsYoung Adult FictionScience Fiction & FantasyFamilyFantasy FictionSiblings

Places

LondonIrelandScotlandGreeceCyprus