What reading level is Snow Treasure?

Snow Treasure by Marie McSwigan is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Snow Treasure appropriate for?

Snow Treasure is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LP (Light — Physical). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is Snow Treasure?

Snow Treasure is fiction — Art.

Does Snow Treasure have any content warnings?

Snow Treasure has a HootRating of 9LP (Light — Physical). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Snow Treasure?

Snow Treasure by Marie McSwigan is 156 pages.

Snow Treasure

Marie McSwigan

Snow Treasure

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marie McSwigan

Reading Level 4-5 9LP 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

Did you know a group of brave kids once outsmarted an entire army to protect their country's treasure? They hid gold under the snow, risking everything to keep it safe. Their courage shows how even the smallest heroes can change history.

Themes

History Of ArtPatriotismFictionAdventure

Quick Assessment

Snow Treasure is a historical fiction novel set during World War II, focusing on a group of Norwegian children who cleverly hide their town's gold from Nazi invaders. Suitable for ages 9-12, it highlights themes of patriotism and bravery through an engaging narrative. Parents should note the wartime setting, which includes mild peril but is handled with age-appropriate sensitivity.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LP — Light — Physical

Emotional

Clear

Physical

Light ←

Social

Clear

Thematic

Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

156 pages

ISBN: 9780590425377
Pages: 156
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Published: April 1997
Type: Fiction

Genres

Art

Subjects

History Of ArtArt & Design StylesPatriotismWorld War, 1939-1945HistoricalEuropeMilitary & WarsCourageWorld War1939-1945NorwayAdventure and Adventurers

Places

Norway