What elephants know
Eric Dinerstein
What elephants know
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Eric Dinerstein
Nandu
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
After being left alone in the wild jungle, young Nandu grows up cared for by a loyal pack of wild dogs and later by the gentle elephants in the king's stable. Now twelve, he embarks on a daring quest to find a mighty bull elephant that could save his beloved home and family from being torn apart. Set against the lush backdrop of Nepal's forests, Nandu’s journey reveals the power of courage, friendship, and hope.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781484728543
- Pages
- 273
- Publisher
- Disney-Hyperion
- Published
- 2016
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 58,653
- Lexile
- 790L
- Read-Aloud
- ~6h 31m
- Text Density
- Standard