Yu the Great

Paul D. Storrie

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Yu the Great

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Conquering the Flood ; a Chinese Legend

by Paul D. Storrie

Graphic Myths and Legends

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

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

Long ago in ancient China, a brave hero named Yu promises to stop the devastating floods that threaten his people. Facing mighty gods and powerful challenges, Yu's courage and determination shape the land and its future. Journey through this epic tale of adventure and heroism in a vivid graphic novel style.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. 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

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

9/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
3,078 words
21m read-aloud
ISBN
0822530880
Pages
48
Publisher
Graphic Universe
Published
2006
Type
Fiction
Word Count
3,078
Read-Aloud
~21 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Da Yu, Emperor of China, D. 2197 B.CFolkloreChina