The Revenge of the Incredible Dr. Rancid and His Youthful Assistant, Jeffrey

Ellen Conford

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The Revenge of the Incredible Dr. Rancid and His Youthful Assistant, Jeffrey

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ellen Conford

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

Here’s a secret: Jeffrey, the smallest kid in class, has a hidden world where he’s unstoppable. With the help of the Incredible Dr. Rancid, he fights back against bullies and becomes a true hero—but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

CourageFriendshipFantasy

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade book follows Jeffrey, a boy who copes with bullying by crafting a fantasy world where he teams up with the inventive Dr. Rancid to become a hero. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of courage and resilience through imaginative storytelling. Parents should note the book addresses bullying but in a light, accessible way.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Bullying
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

119 pages
ISBN
9780590337465
Pages
119
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
May 1987
Type
Fiction

Genres

Assertiveness (Psychology)

Subjects

Courage