The Gift of the Gold Coin

Jane Scoggins Bauld

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The Gift of the Gold Coin

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jane Scoggins Bauld

Illustrated by Andy Newsom

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Evangelina digs under a smooth rock in the park and suddenly holds a shiny gold coin! But as excitement swirls around her family, worry starts to creep in too. What secret will this mysterious coin unlock next?

Themes

AdventureFamilyEmotional Growth

Quick Assessment

This early reader story follows Evangelina, a young girl who discovers a rare gold coin that stirs unexpected emotions and challenges within her family. Suitable for ages 5-8, the book gently explores themes of family dynamics, value beyond material things, and emotional growth without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

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.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9781886440036
Pages
32
Publisher
Portunus Pub Co
Published
October 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & Adventure