Barn at Gun Lake (Gun Lake Gang Adventure)

Johnnie Tuitel

Cover of Barn at Gun Lake (Gun Lake Gang Adventure)

Barn at Gun Lake (Gun Lake Gang Adventure)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Johnnie Tuitel

Illustrated by Dan Sharp

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Here’s a secret: the old barn by Gun Lake isn’t as empty as everyone thinks. When a mysterious yacht appears offshore and a motorboat sneaks onto the beach, Johnnie and his friends know something’s up. But that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Johnnie, a boy with cerebral palsy, as he uncovers strange happenings near an old barn at Gun Lake. The story includes themes of bravery, friendship, and social challenges related to special needs, making it a thoughtful read for ages 9-12. Parents should note there is a life-threatening encounter that adds suspense but is handled appropriately for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Disability Representation
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

103 pages
ISBN
9780613949804
Pages
103
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
January 1998
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesSocial IssuesSpecial NeedsSocial SituationsDetective