The revelation

Katherine Applegate

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The revelation

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Katherine Applegate

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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 something nobody knows—Marco’s dad is caught in a secret battle against alien invaders who want to control his mind. Marco faces a choice: rescue his dad alone or risk everything by bringing his friends into a dangerous fight. But that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade science fiction novel follows Marco as he tries to save his father from alien kidnappers known as Yeerks. It explores themes of bravery, loyalty, and the challenges of keeping secrets in high-stakes situations. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story includes mild peril and emotional tension but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

127 pages
ISBN
9780439992473
Pages
127
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
2001
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

MetamorphosisLoveLove StoriesAnimorphsScience FictionExtraterrestrial Beings