The Glass Slipper

Eleanor Farjeon

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The Glass Slipper

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Eleanor Farjeon

Reading Level 6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: the glass slipper Cinderella left behind isn't just a lost shoe—it's the key to a whole new adventure. What happens when a simple slipper holds the power to change everything? But that's only the beginning.

Themes

Fairy Tales & FolkloreFamilyBlended FamiliesJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

This retelling of the classic Cinderella fairy tale explores themes of family and belonging, suitable for middle-grade readers ages 9-12. It features elements of fantasy and folklore, with gentle conflict and positive messages about blended families. Parents can expect a familiar story with warm, timeless values.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

224 pages
ISBN
9780064405614
Pages
224
Publisher
Trophy Press
Published
February 1995
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fairy Tales & FolkloreFamilyBlended FamiliesSocial ScienceFolklore & MythologyFairy TalesFolkloreFairy GodmothersChildrenStepfamilies

Places

France