Water keep

J. Scott Savage

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Water keep

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by J. Scott Savage

Farworld

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Thirteen-year-old Marcus, who uses a wheelchair, possesses the rare ability to turn invisible when it matters most, helping him face bullies and challenges. Meanwhile, Kyja feels out of place among her magical friends on Farworld, believing she lacks special powers. When they learn they were switched at birth between Earth and Farworld, Marcus and Kyja join forces to embrace their unique strengths and embark on a thrilling quest to protect both worlds from a dark threat.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include bullying, mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Bullying Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

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105,305 words
11h 42m read-aloud
ISBN
9781590389621
Publisher
Shadow Mountain
Published
2008
Type
Fiction
Word Count
105,305
Read-Aloud
~11h 42m

Genres

Subjects

FoundlingsPeople With DisabilitiesMagicFantasyAmerican AuthorsTeenagers With Disabilities