Straw into gold
Gary D. Schmidt
Straw into gold
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Gary D. Schmidt
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Two brave boys embark on a daring journey to rescue those in danger and encounter a mysterious queen whose child was taken long ago by the cunning Rumpelstiltskin. Along the way, they uncover secrets that could change everything and learn the true cost of greed. Their adventure weaves magic and courage in a tale where hope shines brightest in the darkest times.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, emotional: loss & grief, social: greed. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0618056017
- Pages
- 172
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Published
- 2001
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 50,088
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 34m
- Text Density
- Dense