Them ystical beast

Alison Farthing

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Them ystical beast

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alison Farthing

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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

What if you accidentally let a powerful ancient beast escape into a mysterious world? Scatterbrained Lavinia did just that and now needs help from two brave kids to catch it before it causes chaos. Can they work together to solve this magical mystery?

Quick Assessment

This early reader story follows Lavinia, who loses a powerful ancient beast and enlists two children to help recapture it in a fantastical realm called the Other Side. Suitable for ages 5-8, it encourages imagination and teamwork without any intense content. The language and themes are accessible for young readers beginning their journey into chapter books.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

95 pages
ISBN
9780590118859
Pages
95
Publisher
Scholastic Book Services
Published
1980
Type
Fiction

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