The thunder and lightning man.

Colin Cooper

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The thunder and lightning man.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Colin Cooper

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

The sky crackles with energy as strange lights dart across the English countryside. Suddenly, the ground shakes and a mysterious figure appears, bringing with him powers no one could have imagined. Just when you think you understand what's happening, everything changes in a flash!

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade science fiction novel combines humor with suspense, set in a vividly depicted English landscape. It tells the story of an unexpected alien invasion that challenges the characters' perceptions and keeps readers guessing. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book contains mild suspense and imaginative adventure without intense violence or mature themes.

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

3/10

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
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

182 pages
ISBN
0571084486
Pages
182
Publisher
Faber
Published
1968
Type
Fiction