What reading level is The prince and the pauper?

The prince and the pauper by Kathleen Costick is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The prince and the pauper appropriate for?

The prince and the pauper is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is The prince and the pauper?

The prince and the pauper is fiction — Adventure and adventurers. Part of the Values in Action Illustrated Classics series.

Does The prince and the pauper have any content warnings?

The prince and the pauper has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

The prince and the pauper

Kathleen Costick

The prince and the pauper

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

With a Discussion of Respect

by Kathleen Costick

Values in Action Illustrated Classics

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

A young prince and a poor boy who look exactly alike decide to swap lives, stepping into each other's worlds filled with surprises and challenges. Through their adventures, they discover the true meaning of respect and gain a deeper understanding of one another's lives. This timeless tale invites readers to explore kindness and empathy across different social classes.

Themes

Historical AdventureRespectFriendship Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle

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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

11,624 words

1h 17m read-aloud

ISBN: 1592030521
Publisher: Learning Challenge Incorporated
Published: 2003
Type: Fiction
Word Count: 11,624
Read-Aloud: ~1h 17m

Genres

Adventure and adventurers

Subjects

Edward VI, King of England, 1537-1553Mistaken IdentityAdventure and AdventurersRespectGreat BritainEdward VI, 1547-1553

People

Edward VI King of England (1537-1553)

Places

Great Britain

The prince and the pauper

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