What reading level is Bugfish Experiment?

Bugfish Experiment by Scott MacKey is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Bugfish Experiment appropriate for?

Bugfish Experiment is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Mild Peril.

What genre is Bugfish Experiment?

Bugfish Experiment is fiction — Fiction.

Does Bugfish Experiment have any content warnings?

Bugfish Experiment has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Bugfish Experiment?

Bugfish Experiment by Scott MacKey is 208 pages.

Bugfish Experiment

Scott MacKey

Bugfish Experiment

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Scott MacKey

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

Alex races through shadowy halls, heart pounding as footsteps close in behind him. He's been blamed for something he didn't do, and the real danger is still out there. Can he uncover the secret of the Bugfish Experiment before it's too late?

Themes

Mystery Friendship Coming of Age Social Justice

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Alex Stillman, a young teen accused of his best friend's murder who must navigate a counseling program for troubled youths to find the true culprit. The story contains suspenseful moments and explores themes of trust, justice, and identity, suitable for readers aged 9-12 who enjoy thrilling, thought-provoking fiction.