The time machine

W. T. Robinson

Cover of The time machine

The time machine

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by W. T. Robinson

Illustrated by Alexander, Jason, illustrator

Reading Level 4-5 9MS 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 machine hums and whirls as you step inside, heart pounding with excitement. Suddenly, the world around you shifts, and you find yourself in a strange future where two very different groups live in shadow and light. But who are the Morlocks and the Eloi—and what secrets do they hide?

Themes

Time travelJuvenile fictionScientistsDystopias

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows a young time traveler who journeys to the distant future and encounters two distinct societies, the Morlocks and the Eloi. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of time travel and social division within a fictional dystopian world. The book contains mild peril and thought-provoking ideas appropriate for this reading level.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MS — Moderate — Social
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

181 pages
ISBN
9781453068007
Pages
181
Publisher
Dalamatian Press
Published
2013
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Time TravelScientistsDystopias