The tomb robber and King Tut

Sarah Gauch

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The tomb robber and King Tut

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sarah Gauch

Illustrated by Garns, Allen, illustrator

Reading Level 1-2 6LE Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 1st 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

Here’s a secret: Hassan’s family used to sneak into ancient tombs, but now he’s helping to uncover King Tut’s secrets the right way. It’s not easy to be honest when the past keeps calling, but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

HonestyJuvenile fictionExcavations (Archaeology)Adventure

Quick Assessment

This early reader story follows Hassan, the grandson of tomb robbers, as he learns the value of honesty while working on an archaeological dig of King Tut’s tomb. Suitable for ages 5-8, the book introduces themes of honesty, history, and archaeology in an accessible way for young readers. There is no intense content, making it a gentle introduction to moral lessons and historical discovery.

For Parents

Content Intensity

6LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

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
1
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

36 pages
ISBN
9780670784523
Pages
36
Publisher
Viking
Published
2015
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HonestyRobbers and OutlawsExcavationsArchaeologyBrigands and Robbers

People

Tutankhamen King of Egypt