Blackbeard and the sandstone pillar

Audrey Penn

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Blackbeard and the sandstone pillar

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

When Lightning Strikes

by Audrey Penn

Blackbeard Quartet

Reading Level 5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

When a mysterious sandstone is found in a hidden tunnel on Ocracoke Island, a thrilling chase begins that takes young adventurers across the globe and beneath the Atlantic waves. Along the way, they uncover secrets tied to the legendary pirate Blackbeard and a treasure that has captivated history. Danger and discovery await as they unravel a puzzle older than they imagined.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. 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
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

372 pages
75,686 words
8h 25m read-aloud
ISBN
9781933718088
Pages
372
Publisher
Tanglewood
Published
2007
Type
Fiction
Word Count
75,686
Read-Aloud
~8h 25m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Teach, Edward,D. 1718Blackbeard,Stone of SconePiratesBuried TreasureMystery and Detective StoriesOcracoke IslandAdventure and AdventurersVoyages and Travels

People

Blackbeard (d. 1718)Edward Teach (d. 1718)

Places

Ocracoke Island (N.C.)