Blimpo
by Dale E. Basye
Heck
Reading Level 6-7 Mild (Lvl 2)
Ages 9-12
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
Milton Fauster, an eleven-year-old boy, pauses his own dreams of escape to support his sister Marlo, who is preparing for a mysterious underground role, and his best friend Virgil, who faces challenges in a special school section for overweight kids. Together, they navigate a strange world full of secrets and unexpected friendships. Their adventure shows the power of loyalty and courage in tough times.
Representation & Themes
FriendshipFamilyComing of AgeSocial JusticeAdventure
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 Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780375856761
- Pages
- 466
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 2010
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 84,322
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Future life -- FictionOverweight persons -- FictionBrothers and sisters -- FictionReformatories -- FictionSchools -- FictionHumorous stories