Tom Brown's schooldays
Thomas Hughes
Tom Brown's schooldays
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Thomas Hughes
The text is written at a 8th 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 sharp clang of the school bell echoes through the crisp morning air, mingling with the scent of damp grass and worn leather books. Inside the bustling halls, friendships are forged and challenges arise that will shape young Tom Brown forever. Every step echoes the thrill of discovery and the weight of growing up.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Tom Brown's Schooldays by Thomas Hughes is a classic coming-of-age story set in a British boarding school. It explores themes of friendship, morality, and personal growth suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. The book contains some old-fashioned language but offers valuable lessons about character and resilience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0585016976
- Pages
- 468
- Publisher
- Project Gutenberg
- Published
- 199u
- Type
- Fiction