Boneyard
Janet Lorimer
Boneyard
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Janet Lorimer
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Here's a secret: the bones in the Museum of the Macabre might not be fake after all. Wilma Roberts, a brave young journalist, is about to uncover mysteries hidden beneath Wreckers Cove’s spooky charm—but that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Boneyard is a fast-paced chapter book designed for early and struggling readers, featuring culturally diverse characters and exploring themes like identity, good versus evil, and temptation. Set in the atmospheric beach town of Wreckers Cove, the story combines suspense and life lessons appropriate for ages 5-8, with comprehension questions included to support reading skills.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781562547004
- Pages
- 76
- Publisher
- Saddleback Educational Publishing
- Published
- August 2004
- Type
- Fiction