Worst Class Trip Ever (Castaways)

Sandy Beech

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Worst Class Trip Ever (Castaways)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sandy Beech

Illustrated by Jimmy Holder

Reading Level 4-5 9LP 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

What if your school trip went completely wrong and you ended up stranded on a deserted island? Imagine being stuck with the guy you like, the girl who annoys you the most, and a whole bunch of other classmates—none of whom know how to survive. How will you keep your crush safe, avoid the bossiest kid, and figure out how to get off the island?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows a group of students stranded on a deserted island during a school trip. It combines humor with themes of survival and social dynamics, suitable for readers ages 9 to 12. The story includes light conflict and mild peril but focuses mainly on friendship, leadership, and problem-solving in a school setting.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

176 pages
ISBN
9780689875960
Pages
176
Publisher
Aladdin
Published
May 17, 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Humorous StoriesSchool & EducationSurvivalIslandsAction & AdventureSocial SituationsFriendshipCastawaysBoating AccidentsSchool Field TripsAdventure and Adventurers