Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level
2.6
Points
1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
5449
Points per Word
0.000184
Description
In "Fool's Gold" by David Calcutt, Michael travels from London to visit his relatives in Trinidad and initially looks down on the island compared to his big city life. He competes with his cousin Shayla in various challenges, including testing the hottest chili sauce and tree-climbing contests. The story explores their rivalry and who will ultimately be the real winner.