Cam Jansen and the mystery of the circus clown

David A. Adler

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Cam Jansen and the mystery of the circus clown

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by David A. Adler

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever seen a pickpocket sneak around a circus? Bright lights, colorful tents, and the crowd’s laughter fill the air, but something sneaky is happening behind the scenes. Can Cam Jansen use her amazing memory to catch the culprit before it's too late?

Themes

Detective and mystery storiesFriendshipAdventure

Quick Assessment

This early chapter book features Cam Jansen, a clever fifth-grader with a photographic memory who solves a mystery involving a pickpocket at the circus. Suitable for children ages 5 to 8, the story encourages critical thinking and problem-solving in a light, engaging way without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

57 pages
ISBN
9780141300917
Pages
57
Publisher
Puffin
Published
1998
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Detective and Mystery StoriesMystery and Detective StoriesCircusMysteryJansenCamLost and Found PossessionsLost ArticlesMissing Persons