Titanic crossing

Barbara Williams

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Titanic crossing

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Barbara Williams

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: Albert never expected his journey on the Titanic to turn into a fight for survival. As the giant ship hits the iceberg, he finds himself making choices no kid should face — but that's only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction follows young Albert during the tragic sinking of the Titanic, blending real events with a compelling fictional narrative. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of bravery and family under dire circumstances, with some intense moments of peril. Parents should be aware of the depiction of a historic disaster involving life-and-death decisions.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

167 pages
ISBN
0590944649
Pages
167
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
1997
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Ocean LinersBrothers and SistersTitanicOcean TravelShipwrecks