The Hunt for Buried Treasure

Martyn Godfrey

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The Hunt for Buried Treasure

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Martyn Godfrey

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

Garrett clutches the map as the mysterious stranger steps into Grandma's bed-and-breakfast, eyes sharp and searching. Every creak of the old floorboards feels like a warning—will the treasure be lost forever? Suddenly, a shadow moves in the hallway, and everything changes.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Garrett and his friend Del as they embark on an exciting treasure hunt complicated by a suspicious guest at their grandmother's bed-and-breakfast. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story features mild suspense and adventure without intense peril. It's a fun read that encourages problem-solving and friendship.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

153 pages
ISBN
9780606089715
Pages
153
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
January 1996
Type
Fiction

Genres

Bed and breakfast accommodations