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Ghost at Land's End

Bob Wright · 1984

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Ghost at Land's End by Bob Wright. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Death of a character, Strong language; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

Book 39 · Tom and Ricky Mystery SeriesSource checked

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Age guidanceNot listed
Strongest cautionsFrightening scenes 2/5 · Death of a character 1/5 · Strong language 1/5
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 3/5 · Creativity & curiosity 3/5
Series positionBook 39 · Tom and Ricky Mystery Series
Recommendation3/5

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

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Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

Readiness snapshotMain watch-out: Frightening scenes 2/5
Recommendation 3/5

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Recommended ageNot listed

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

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Series progression

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Next volumeBook 40 · Tom and Ricky and the blue mouse mysteryNo cautions above 0/5 publishedOpen next review →
  1. Book 1 · The Siamese Turtle Mystery
    Frightening scenes1/5Strong language1/5Violence1/5
    Starting point
  2. Book 2 · The Secret Staircase
    Frightening scenes1/5
    Gets gentler
  3. Book 3 · The Mummy's Crown
    Death of a character2/5Frightening scenes2/5Religious themes2/5Violence2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Graphic injury1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets more intense
  4. Book 4 · The Red Hot Rod
    Gets gentler
  5. Book 5 · The Video Game Spy
    Frightening scenes1/5Products & advertising1/5Violence1/5
    Gets more intense
  6. Book 16 · Mystery at Bear Lake
    Frightening scenes1/5Violence1/5
    About the same
  7. Book 18 · Tom and Ricky and the Oil Well Mystery
    Frightening scenes1/5Violence1/5
    About the same
  8. Book 19 · Motorcycle Race Mystery
    Frightening scenes1/5Violence1/5
    About the same
  9. Book 20 · The Chocolate Machine Mystery
    Frightening scenes1/5
    About the same
  10. Book 36 · The Hand Glider Mystery
    Frightening scenes1/5Violence1/5
    About the same
  11. Book 37 · Diamonds in the Sky
    Products & advertising1/5
    About the same
  12. Book 38 · Mystery at the Woods
    Frightening scenes2/5Strong language1/5Violence1/5
    Gets more intense
  13. Book 39 · Ghost at Land's End
    Frightening scenes2/5Death of a character1/5Strong language1/5Violence1/5
    About the same
  14. Book 40 · Tom and Ricky and the blue mouse mystery
    Gets gentler

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What’s in it?

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

Past deaths may be part of the ghost mystery, but no on-page death or close personal loss is indicated.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Offensive language appears absent or very mild; no strong profanity or slurs are indicated.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Mild spooky atmosphere and mystery-related suspense may frighten some children, but the material appears moderate.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Minor conflict and light suspense appear consistent with a juvenile mystery; no sustained or intense violence is indicated.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters appear willing to investigate frightening places and face uncertainty, showing moderate story-relevant bravery.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Ghostly mystery and problem-solving may spark imagination and curiosity, with investigation driving the story.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

The story may encourage deduction and critical thinking, but teaching factual knowledge is not its main purpose.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Cooperation and some mutual support appear present, though kindness is not clearly the central theme.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The mystery appears to encourage curiosity, skepticism, persistence, and uncovering the truth.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Young protagonists appear resourceful and persistent while investigating; the limited evidence prevents a stronger rating.

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  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Ghost at Land's End would you have made differently, and why?
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