The hunger pains

Harvard Lampoon (Organization)

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The hunger pains

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Parody

by Harvard Lampoon (Organization)

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

A hilarious twist on a famous dystopian saga, this book follows a clever heroine thrust into a fierce survival challenge to protect her home. Packed with sharp wit and playful jabs, it spoofs the original story while exploring big ideas about freedom and power. Fans of clever parodies will enjoy the fun and smart humor woven throughout.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, humor. Written for readers ages 13+.

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 Humor
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

178 pages
39,648 words
4h 24m read-aloud
ISBN
9781451668209
Pages
178
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2012
Type
Fiction
Word Count
39,648
Read-Aloud
~4h 24m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Parodies, ImitationsHumor, Form, Parodies

People

Suzanne Collins