Hurricane heroes in Texas

Mary Pope Osborne

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Hurricane heroes in Texas

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Pope Osborne

Illustrated by Ford, AG, illustrator

Magic Tree House

Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Matched Page-Turner

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

Jack and Annie travel back in time to Galveston, Texas, in 1900, where a fierce hurricane threatens the town. As the storm intensifies and floods rise, they use a mix of magic and courage to help those in need during this historic event. Adventure and history come together in a thrilling journey that shows the power of hope and bravery.

Themes

AdventureHistoryMagicFamilyTime Travel

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fear & anxiety, history. Written for readers ages 5-8.

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 Fear & Anxiety History
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
9
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

88 pages
9,126 words
1h 1m read-aloud
ISBN
9781524713126
Pages
88
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
2018
Type
Fiction
Word Count
9,126
Read-Aloud
~1h 1m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Tree HousesHurricanesMagicTime TravelTexas

Places

Galveston (Tex.)GalvestonTexas