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Ghost town treasure

Clyde Robert Bulla; Don Freeman · 1957

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Ghost town treasure by Clyde Robert Bulla; Don Freeman. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Death of a character, Strong language; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Death of a character1/5
  • Strong language1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

Death is not a subject in this story.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Clean, appropriate language for children.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Mild suspense as children explore an abandoned area, but nothing truly frightening.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists are brave in exploring an unknown environment.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages imagination and curiosity about the past.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Provides a light introduction to history and exploration concepts.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters cooperate to achieve their goal.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The book emphasizes curiosity and perseverance.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The main characters show initiative and independence.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Ghost town treasure would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Ghost town treasure, and what caused that change?
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