Smile and say yes
Carolyn Thornton
Smile and say yes
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Carolyn Thornton
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
Travis, Tansy, and their friends are excited to explore the spooky old Gulbrandsen house with their new game, Spirits and Spells. But as they uncover mysterious surprises in the attic, basement, and all around, their adventure takes an unexpected and thrilling turn. Can they face the secrets lurking in every shadow?
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0671536389
- Pages
- 252
- Publisher
- New York : Silhouette Books ; Markham, Ont. : Paperjacks
- Published
- 1983
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 34,701
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 51m
- Text Density
- Light Text