The Girl with No Name

Pat Lowe

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The Girl with No Name

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Pat Lowe

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

She’s the girl with no name, but her story will stay with you forever. In the wild Kimberley, Matthew finds a friendship that changes everything — proving that sometimes, the strongest bonds come from the most unexpected places.

Quick Assessment

Set against the stunning backdrop of Australia's Kimberley region, this middle-grade novel explores the deep and unusual friendship between Matthew and an Aboriginal girl. It gently addresses themes of cultural connection and understanding, making it suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. The story encourages empathy and respect for diverse cultures without containing any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
ISBN
9780140369533
Pages
112
Publisher
Penguin Group Australia
Published
August 31, 1994
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

GirlsChild and Youth Fiction