The Nimbin

Jenny Wagner

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The Nimbin

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jenny Wagner

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

Have you ever met a creature so mysterious it could change your summer forever? Philippa discovers a furry shadow called a nimbin living right in her beach bag! But can she keep this secret, especially when her friend Greg gets involved?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction centers on Philippa, a girl who befriends a secretive creature named a nimbin during one unforgettable summer. The story explores themes of friendship, discovery, and young romance, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. There is light romantic content and imaginative fantasy elements, with no notable content concerns.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

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

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

120 pages
ISBN
9780141313658
Pages
120
Publisher
Puffin
Published
June 30, 2001
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Love & Romance