Zero Moment (Joshua Files #3)

M Harris

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Zero Moment (Joshua Files #3)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by M Harris

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

What if your dad disappeared in a mysterious crash and everyone said it was an accident? Josh thinks something stranger is going on—like aliens might be involved! Now he’s chasing an ancient lost book that could hold secrets about the world ending, but dangerous enemies want it too.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade adventure follows Josh as he searches for his missing father, uncovering a deadly mystery involving ancient Maya legends and a powerful lost codex. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story includes themes of danger and intrigue but handles them with age-appropriate tension and excitement. Parents should note some mild peril and suspense as Josh confronts threats in his quest.

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

Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

384 pages
ISBN
9781407111025
Pages
384
Publisher
Scholastic Children's Books UK
Published
Mar 12, 2010
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureLegends, Myths, FablesScience Fiction