Wishbone Classic #03 Romeo and Juliet (Wishbone Classics)

William Shakespeare

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Wishbone Classic #03 Romeo and Juliet (Wishbone Classics)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by William Shakespeare

Wishbone Classics

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

A clever dog named Wishbone brings Shakespeare's timeless tale of star-crossed lovers to life, as Romeo and Juliet navigate their secret love amidst a fierce family feud. Their brave but risky choices lead to a heartfelt and powerful story about love and loyalty. Perfect for young readers discovering classic stories!

Themes

Classic LiteratureRomanceFamilyTragedyFriendship

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: loss & grief, emotional: fear & anxiety, social: family conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Emotional: Loss & Grief Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Social: Family Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
21,621 words
2h 24m read-aloud
ISBN
9780061064159
Pages
128
Publisher
HarperEntertainment
Published
1996
Type
Fiction
Word Count
21,621
Read-Aloud
~2h 24m
Text Density
Standard

Subjects

JulietRomeoVendettaShakespeare, William, 1564-1616, Romeo and JulietShakespeareWilliam1564-1616

Places

Verona (Italy)