The Nome King's Shadow in Oz

Gilbert M. Sprague

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The Nome King's Shadow in Oz

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gilbert M. Sprague

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

What if the shadow of a powerful king could come to life and seek revenge? Imagine the Emerald City, usually bright and safe, suddenly facing a mysterious darkness that threatens everyone inside. Can Dorothy and Princess Ozma stop the shadow before it’s too late?

Themes

FantasyRoyaltyAdventureFriendship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy novel follows Dorothy, Princess Ozma, and their friends as they confront the vengeful shadow of the Nome King after Billina, a talking hen, saves them. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story includes themes of friendship, bravery, and royalty with light fantasy conflict. Parents should note mild peril as the characters face magical threats in an imaginative world.

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 Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

120 pages
ISBN
9780929605197
Pages
120
Publisher
Books of Wonder
Published
June 1992
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

RoyaltyFantasy