What reading level is The pirate code?

The pirate code by Heidi Schulz is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The pirate code appropriate for?

The pirate code is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is The pirate code?

The pirate code is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The pirate code have any content warnings?

The pirate code has a HootRating of 12LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The pirate code?

The pirate code by Heidi Schulz is 339 pages.

The pirate code

Heidi Schulz

The pirate code

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Heidi Schulz

Illustrated by Hendrix, John, 1976- illustrator

Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Jocelyn Hook isn’t just any pirate — she’s out to crack the secret map to her father’s legendary treasure, no matter who stands in her way. When even Peter Pan won’t help, Jocelyn kidnaps his mother, but things don’t go as planned. With tricky enemies and magical Neverland twists, her daring adventure could change everything.

Themes

Adventure Fantasy World-Building Friendship Family Humor

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Jocelyn Hook as she embarks on a thrilling pirate adventure to find her father’s hidden fortune in Neverland. The story blends action, fantasy, and humor, featuring familiar characters like Peter Pan in new roles. Recommended for ages 9-12, it contains mild peril and themes of loyalty, courage, and problem-solving.