The Spider House

Steven Jenkins

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The Spider House

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Battle for the Wall

by Steven Jenkins

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

The faint rustle of silk threads fills the air, sticky and shimmering in the shadows. Bateman, a brave young spider, scurries through the hidden corners of the house, heart pounding as danger creeps closer. What will it take to outwit the Spider Army and face the fearsome She-Devil lurking nearby?

Themes

Animals - InsectsAdventureFamilyHumor

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows Bateman, a young spider who must navigate life inside a house filled with lurking dangers, including a hostile spider army and a fearless young girl. It combines adventure and humor while exploring themes of bravery, family, and home. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story features mild peril and suspense but remains appropriate for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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

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Details

Book Length

260 pages
ISBN
9780595699100
Pages
260
Publisher
iUniverse, Inc.
Published
October 19, 2007
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Animal StoriesAction & AdventureAnimalsInsects Spiders EtcInsects, Spiders, Etc