The Age of Bronze cover

The Age of Bronze

Author: Kidd, Rob

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 4.7
Points 2.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 16110
Points per Word 0.000124
Page Count 135
Points per Page 0.014815

Description

Jack Sparrow and his crew go on a mission to clear their names after they are suspected of stealing a powerful amulet from a village on the Yucatán peninsula. Book #5

Quick Summary

Fans of pirate adventures will love this Jack Sparrow story where Jack and his crew have to prove they didn't steal a powerful amulet from a village in Mexico. The book's humor and fast pacing make it perfect for kids who enjoy lighthearted adventure tales, and Jack's witty personality keeps things fun even when things get a little tense. If your kid loves the idea of pirates, treasure, and slightly mischievous heroes, this one's right up their alley. There's enough action to keep reluctant readers turning pages, but it's not so intense that it'll scare off younger kids the balance between silly moments and mild peril feels just right for the K-3 crowd. Parents will appreciate that it's a self-contained adventure (book #5 in the series, but each story works on its own), so you don't need to start from the beginning. If your young reader devours this and wants more pirate fun, the Magic Tree House "Pirates Past Noon" books offer similar adventure with a slightly different vibe.