Worst, holiday, ever

Amy Sparkes

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Worst, holiday, ever

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Amy Sparkes

Illustrated by Cort, Ben, illustrator

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

I have a secret: I’m stuck on the Island of No Return with just a chicken for company. My stupid brother tricked me into the worst holiday ever, but there’s a treasure map, a jungle full of pirate-eating creatures, and a haunted cave ahead. Finding the hidden gold might be impossible, but that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade adventure follows Pirate Blunderbeard, who finds himself stranded on a dangerous island while trying to find treasure and get rescued. Filled with humor and light peril, it’s suitable for readers aged 7 and up. The story includes mild fantasy violence and themes of sibling mischief and adventure but remains fun and age-appropriate.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

174 pages
ISBN
9780008201852
Pages
174
Publisher
HarperCollins Children's Books
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

IslandsTreasure TrovesPiratesBrothersHolidays