Windblowne

Stephen Messer

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Windblowne

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Stephen Messer

Reading Level 6 11MT 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

There's a secret about Oliver's great-uncle Gilbert that no one knows—he's not just a kite maker, but a traveler between worlds. When Gilbert vanishes, a special kite becomes Oliver's only clue to follow him beyond time and space. But that's only the beginning of a journey that will change everything Oliver thought he knew.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Oliver as he embarks on a fantastical adventure to find his missing great-uncle, guided by magical kites that traverse different worlds. The story explores themes of identity and family through an imaginative quest suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note the book contains elements of fantasy and mild peril but remains appropriate for its target audience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11MT — Moderate — Thematic
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Moderate

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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

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Details

Book Length

289 pages
ISBN
9780375861857
Pages
289
Publisher
Bluefire
Published
2011
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

KitesSpace and TimeIdentityUnclesFantasyIndividualityFantasy Fiction