Earthquake (Puffin Books)

Andrew Salkey

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Earthquake (Puffin Books)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Andrew Salkey

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

What if your summer vacation turned into an unforgettable adventure? Imagine spending sunny days with your grandparents in Jamaica, where you meet a mysterious wandering preacher. Suddenly, you and your friends find yourselves facing challenges that will test your bravery and cleverness like never before.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction novel follows three Jamaican children spending their summer with their grandparents, where they befriend a wandering preacher and embark on a courageous adventure. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of friendship, bravery, and resourcefulness in a culturally rich setting. Parents can expect a light adventure story without intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
ISBN
9780140311655
Pages
128
Publisher
Puffin
Published
1980
Type
Fiction

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