What reading level is The Secret of the Lighthouse?

The Secret of the Lighthouse by Rick Farren is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Secret of the Lighthouse appropriate for?

The Secret of the Lighthouse is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is The Secret of the Lighthouse?

The Secret of the Lighthouse is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The Secret of the Lighthouse have any content warnings?

The Secret of the Lighthouse has a HootRating of 9LE (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 Secret of the Lighthouse?

The Secret of the Lighthouse by Rick Farren is 134 pages.

The Secret of the Lighthouse

Rick Farren

The Secret of the Lighthouse

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Rick Farren

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

Have you ever wondered what secrets a lighthouse might hide? At Rocky Neck Lighthouse, 11-year-old Dickey Denton uncovers tales of a brave young woman whose spirit might still be watching over the light. But what frightening discovery awaits when Dickey and his friend decide to explore the mystery for themselves?

Themes

Mystery Adventure Family Friendship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows 11-year-old Dickey Denton as he learns about a courageous young woman connected to Rocky Neck Lighthouse through his grandpa's stories and her old journals. The book combines elements of family history, adventure, and a touch of the supernatural, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12. It contains mild suspense and themes of courage and discovery without any intense content.