Griffins of Castle Cary

Heather Shumaker

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Griffins of Castle Cary

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Heather Shumaker

Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

The Griffin siblings dash through the misty streets of a quiet English town, chased by flashing police lights and startled sheep! Their eccentric aunt's house hides strange mysteries, and glowing lights flicker in the dark. What secrets will the Griffins uncover before the ghosts claim what’s not theirs?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel blends humor, mystery, and adventure as three siblings visit their aunt in England and encounter local ghosts and peculiar happenings. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story features themes of family bonds and cultural diversity with a light supernatural element. The book offers an engaging, fast-paced plot with some mild peril but no intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

320 pages
ISBN
9781534430891
Pages
320
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Published
2020
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

GhostsBrothers and SistersRacially Mixed PeopleEngland