The Saga of Erik the Viking

Terry Jones

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The Saga of Erik the Viking

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Terry Jones

Illustrated by Michael Foreman

Reading Level 4-5 9LP 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 you could sail across wild seas in search of the place where the sun disappears every night? Imagine being Erik the Viking, leading your brave crew on the Golden Dragon, facing unknown dangers and magical creatures. But will their courage be enough to discover the land beyond the horizon?

Quick Assessment

This adventurous middle-grade fiction follows Erik the Viking and his crew as they journey to find the mysterious land where the sun sets. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story blends myth and legend with humor and excitement, encouraging imagination and exploration. There are mild fantasy peril elements but nothing too intense for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9781862052253
Pages
144
Publisher
Pavilion Books
Published
January 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Myth & Legend Told As FictionAdventure and AdventurersAction & AdventureVikingsChildren's Stories, EnglishNorthmen