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Treasure Island [adaptation]

Nancy Fletcher-Blume · 2001

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Treasure Island [adaptation] by Nancy Fletcher-Blume. This book is recommended for ages 10+; content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

Ages 10+Source checked

Why this age? Pirate conflict includes weapons, threats, deaths and sustained danger, while the classic adventure plot and vocabulary may require maturity and reading support. Treatment is generally adventure-focused rather than graphic. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age10+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Multiple pirate and crew member deaths occur during the conflict.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Brief mentions of injuries during combat, but no graphic descriptions.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Mild pirate-era insults and harsh tones, but no strong profanity.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Atmospheric tension, dangerous antagonists, and the threat of harm keep readers on edge.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Frequent references to rum and heavy alcohol consumption by pirates.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes sword fights, mutiny, and threatening behavior from pirates throughout the story.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Jim faces significant danger, showing bravery in the face of fear.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages imagination and interest in adventure stories.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Represents a traditional period perspective; diversity is limited by the historical setting.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Provides historical flavor of 18th-century nautical life and classic literature exposure.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Kindness exists between some crew members, contrasting with the pirates' cruelty.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of honesty, the corrupting nature of greed, and the complexity of moral choices.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Jim displays courage and wit, though he is occasionally reckless; others serve as cautionary tales.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Treasure Island [adaptation] would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Treasure Island [adaptation], and what caused that change?
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