Touch of the clown

Glen Huser

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Touch of the clown

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Glen Huser

Reading Level 6 11C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if a mysterious new friend could open the door to a world full of laughter and surprises? Two sisters meet a man who shows them amazing things beyond their everyday lives. But when one sister discovers a clown college, will she find the joy she's searching for or something unexpected?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores themes of friendship and self-discovery as two sisters encounter a local man who introduces them to the art of clowning. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story gently touches on pursuing new interests and personal growth without intense content. Parents can expect a lighthearted narrative with imaginative elements centered around clown culture.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11C — 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

3/10

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
5
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

225 pages
ISBN
9780888993571
Pages
225
Publisher
Groundwood Books Ltd
Published
1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

ClownsClowningChild AbuseSisters