What reading level is The Popcornmaker?

The Popcornmaker by Brian Peterson is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Popcornmaker appropriate for?

The Popcornmaker is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LP (Light — Physical).

What genre is The Popcornmaker?

The Popcornmaker is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The Popcornmaker have any content warnings?

The Popcornmaker has a HootRating of 11LP (Light — Physical). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Popcornmaker?

The Popcornmaker by Brian Peterson is 228 pages.

The Popcornmaker

Brian Peterson

The Popcornmaker

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Brian Peterson

Reading Level 6 11LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Thomas clutches the strange, humming machine in Uncle Ted’s cluttered garage, heart pounding as the world begins to spin wildly around him. Suddenly, he’s not in Kansas anymore—he’s hurtling toward a magical kingdom filled with strange creatures and hidden dangers. But when a shadowy terror looms, will Thomas and his new friends be able to stop it before it’s too late?

Themes

Adventure Fantasy World-Building Friendship Science & Nature

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy adventure follows Thomas Crandle as he discovers a magical device that whisks him away to a fantastical kingdom. Along the way, he meets unusual friends and faces a looming threat that endangers the realm. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story emphasizes themes of friendship, bravery, and adventure, with mild peril appropriate for this age group.