The golden compass, the graphic novel
Stéphane Melchior-Durand
The golden compass, the graphic novel
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Graphic Novel
by Stéphane Melchior-Durand
His Dark Materials
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Journey with Lyra to the icy North where brave friends, including fierce witches and a mighty armored bear, band together to save kidnapped children from a mysterious and dangerous group. Adventure and courage light every page as Lyra faces thrilling challenges to bring the missing kids home safely.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include kidnapping, physical danger. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780553523713
- Pages
- 82
- Publisher
- Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 8,921
- Read-Aloud
- ~59 min
- Text Density
- Light Text