Tiger boy

Mitali Perkins

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Tiger boy

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mitali Perkins

Illustrated by Hogan, Jamie, illustrator

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

What if a tiger cub suddenly slips away from the safety of its home? On a small island near the Sunderbans, Neel and his sister Rupa race against time to find the lost cub before danger finds her—or before a greedy stranger does. Can they save the tiger and protect their home, or will everything change forever?

Themes

Wildlife RescueFamilyAdventureComing of AgeEnvironmental Awareness

Quick Assessment

Tiger Boy follows Neel and Rupa as they try to rescue a tiger cub that has escaped from a nature reserve near their island village in the Sunderbans. This middle-grade novel explores themes of wildlife conservation, family bonds, and personal growth, while also touching on environmental challenges and local culture. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story includes mild peril but is appropriate for young readers interested in animals and adventure.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

140 pages
ISBN
9781580896603
Pages
140
Publisher
Charlesbridge Publishing
Published
2015
Type
Fiction
Lexile
770L

Genres

Subjects

TigerWildlife RescueFamiliesFamily LifeAnimal RescueFamilyAsiaIndia

Places

Sundarbans (Bangladesh and India)India