What reading level is The Last Book of the Universe?

The Last Book of the Universe by W. Rodman Philbrick is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Last Book of the Universe appropriate for?

The Last Book of the Universe is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Illness & Injury, Mild Peril.

What genre is The Last Book of the Universe?

The Last Book of the Universe is fiction — Fiction.

Does The Last Book of the Universe have any content warnings?

The Last Book of the Universe has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Illness & Injury, Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Last Book of the Universe?

The Last Book of the Universe by W. Rodman Philbrick is 228 pages.

The Last Book of the Universe

W. Rodman Philbrick

The Last Book of the Universe

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by W. Rodman Philbrick

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

There’s a secret world hidden beneath the ruins of a broken Earth, where Spaz, a brave kid with epilepsy, holds the key to bringing back hope and knowledge. But what he discovers will change everything — and that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Science & Nature Adventure Disability Representation Coming of Age Fantasy World-Building

Quick Assessment

Set in a post-apocalyptic future, this middle-grade science fiction novel follows Spaz, a teenager with epilepsy, as he embarks on a quest to revive human intelligence after a devastating earthquake. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of resilience, disability, and hope in a challenging environment. Parents should note mild peril and references to disability but will find an inspiring message throughout.