Tua and the elephant

R. P. Harris

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Tua and the elephant

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by R. P. Harris

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 you found a mighty elephant trapped and hurting, right in the heart of a bustling city? Imagine being the only one brave enough to set it free and guide it to safety. But can Tua outsmart those who want to keep the elephant chained forever?

Themes

AnimalsElephantsAnimal WelfareAdventure

Quick Assessment

Set in Chiang Mai, Thailand, this middle-grade novel follows nine-year-old Tua as she courageously frees an abused elephant and attempts to lead it to a sanctuary. The story highlights important themes of animal welfare and compassion, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should note that the book includes mild tension related to animal abuse and a suspenseful rescue mission.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Animal Welfare
Data confidence: high

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

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Details

Book Length

206 pages
ISBN
9780811877817
Pages
206
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Published
2012
Type
Fiction
Lexile
790L

Genres

Subjects

AnimalsAsiatic ElephantElephantsAnimal WelfareAnimal SanctuariesTreatmentAnimal RescueThailand

Places

ThailandChiang Mai (Thailand)