What reading level is A Gaggle of Goblins?

A Gaggle of Goblins by Suzanne Harper is at a Level 5-6 reading level (Lexile 860L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is A Gaggle of Goblins appropriate for?

A Gaggle of Goblins is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 10C (Clear). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is A Gaggle of Goblins?

A Gaggle of Goblins is fiction — Juvenile Fiction. Part of the Unseen World of Poppy Malone series.

Does A Gaggle of Goblins have any content warnings?

A Gaggle of Goblins has a HootRating of 10C (Clear). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is A Gaggle of Goblins?

A Gaggle of Goblins by Suzanne Harper is 304 pages (approximately 48,005 words).

Reviewed by HootRated editorial · Last updated May 18, 2026

A Gaggle of Goblins

Suzanne Harper

A Gaggle of Goblins

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Unseen World of Poppy Malone, Book 1

by Suzanne Harper

Unseen World of Poppy Malone

Reading Level 5-6 10C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

A group of curious kids discovers strange signs of mysterious creatures lurking nearby. They band together to gather clues, set clever traps, and uncover the secrets hidden in the shadows—all while keeping their adventure a secret from their parents. Join them as they explore a world filled with enchanting and mischievous beings!

Themes

Friendship Adventure Mystery Fantasy World-Building

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

Why we rated A Gaggle of Goblins 10C

A Gaggle of Goblins is written at a Level 5-6 reading level with a Lexile measure of 860L across 304 pages (approximately 48,005 words). Strong independent readers around grade 6.7 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, A Gaggle of Goblins works for readers up to grade 7.7.

Read aloud, A Gaggle of Goblins runs about 5.3 hours — long enough to span several bedtime sessions.

We rate A Gaggle of Goblins as 10C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.

Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.

Thematically, A Gaggle of Goblins explores friendship, adventure, mystery, and fantasy world-building — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
✓ Readers who like a steady plot with enough momentum to keep pages turning.
✓ Kids drawn to stories about friendship, adventure, mystery.

Maybe not for

! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.