What reading level is The Swiss family Robinson?

The Swiss family Robinson by Johann David Wyss is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Swiss family Robinson appropriate for?

The Swiss family Robinson is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12LP (Light — Physical).

What genre is The Swiss family Robinson?

The Swiss family Robinson is fiction — Fiction.

Does The Swiss family Robinson have any content warnings?

The Swiss family Robinson has a HootRating of 12LP (Light — Physical). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Swiss family Robinson?

The Swiss family Robinson by Johann David Wyss is 333 pages.

The Swiss family Robinson

Johann David Wyss

The Swiss family Robinson

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Johann David Wyss

Reading Level 7 12LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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 and your family were stranded on a mysterious island with nothing but the clothes you wore? Imagine building your own home in the trees, hunting for wild honey, and learning to survive with just your wits. But how will you face the unknown dangers that lurk beyond the shore?

Themes

Survival Family AdventureFiction

Quick Assessment

This classic adventure follows a family stranded on a deserted island after a shipwreck. Through resourcefulness and teamwork, they build a new life, finding food and shelter while facing natural dangers. Suitable for middle-grade readers, the story highlights themes of survival, family bonds, and problem-solving without graphic content.

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Content Intensity

12LP — 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

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

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Emotional Weight

Theme Richness

World Scope

Data Confidence

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Level 4 Mild

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Details

Book Length

333 pages

ISBN: 9780451524812
Pages: 333
Publisher: Signet Classics
Published: 1990
Type: Fiction

Genres

Fiction

Subjects

SurvivalFamiliesFamily LifeSurvival After Airplane Accidents, ShipwrecksIslandsFamilyAdventure and AdventurersCartoons and Comics