Tales of a Dead King
Walter Dean Myers
Tales of a Dead King
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Walter Dean Myers
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
When two young friends discover a secret plan to steal treasures from an ancient Egyptian pharaoh's tomb, they embark on a thrilling adventure filled with mystery and courage. Together, they must outsmart those who seek to take what doesn't belong to them and protect history's greatest secrets.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. 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
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0153003758
- Pages
- 89
- Publisher
- Harcourt Brace
- Published
- January 1993
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 20,750
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 18m
- Text Density
- Standard