The Wells Bequest
Polly Shulman
The Wells Bequest
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Polly Shulman
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
In this companion to "The Grimm Legacy"Na time-travel adventure full of paradoxes, humor, and a touch of romanceNtwo teenagers use H.G. Wells' famous time machine to race through time and stop a dangerous enemy.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
Why we rated The Wells Bequest Level 0
The Wells Bequest is written at a Level 3-4 reading level with a Lexile measure of 600L across 260 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The Wells Bequest works for readers up to grade 5.5.
We rate The Wells Bequest as Unrated because the content sits in the "Unrated" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the unrated intensity score.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 0 — UnratedThis book has not yet been rated for content intensity.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780399256462
- Pages
- 260
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2013
- Type
- Fiction
- Lexile
- 600L