A Whiff of Danger

Nancy Hope Wilson

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A Whiff of Danger

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Nancy Hope Wilson

Illustrated by Marie Dejohn

Reading Level 3 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Have you ever felt like someone is watching you on Halloween night? Maggie, dressed as the Tin Man, notices a mysterious witch lurking in the shadows while she and her friends go trick-or-treating. Who is this sneaky stranger, and what does she want from them?

Themes

Holidays & FestivalsMysteryFriendshipAdventureHalloweenChildhood

Quick Assessment

This early-reader chapter book, suitable for ages 5-8, combines Halloween fun with a light mystery as three friends in costume notice a suspicious figure following them. The story features mild suspense appropriate for young readers and encourages observation and problem-solving. There is no graphic content, making it a safe and engaging choice for early elementary children.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

82 pages
ISBN
9780380782765
Pages
82
Publisher
HarperTrophy
Published
September 1996
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Holidays & FestivalsHalloweenHorror & Ghost StoriesMysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesHorrorPhysically HandicappedStories