Eddie's valuable property

Carolyn Haywood

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Eddie's valuable property

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carolyn Haywood

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What would you do if your whole family moved to a new place and everything felt strange? Eddie feels upset about leaving his old home, but then he discovers a special friendship and a secret treasure that changes everything. Can these new joys help Eddie feel at home again?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Eddie as he navigates the challenges of moving to a new home and starting at a new school. It explores themes of family adjustment, friendship, and finding comfort in unexpected places, making it suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. The story offers a gentle, positive look at change without intense conflict or distress.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
2
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

192 pages
ISBN
0688220142
Pages
192
Publisher
Morrow
Published
1975
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Family LifeFamilyMovingHousehold