Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Stolen Corn Popper (Cam Jansen Adventure)

David A. Adler

Cover of Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Stolen Corn Popper (Cam Jansen Adventure)

Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Stolen Corn Popper (Cam Jansen Adventure)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by David A. Adler

Illustrated by Susanna Natti

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

Cam Jansen spots something strange at the school carnival and races to catch the thief! With her super-sharp memory, she pieces together clues that no one else notices. But just when she thinks she's solved the mystery, a new surprise pops up!

Themes

MysteryDetectiveFriendshipProblem Solving

Quick Assessment

This early chapter book features Cam Jansen, a clever young detective with a photographic memory who solves the mystery of a stolen corn popper at a school event. Suitable for children aged 5-8, it encourages critical thinking and problem-solving in an engaging, age-appropriate way. The story contains mild suspense but no content that would be concerning for young readers.

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
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

58 pages
ISBN
9780606312066
Pages
58
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
August 30, 2004
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesChapter BooksMystery and Detective StoriesDetective and Mystery StoriesStealingTheftTheft in FictionMysteryDetectivesJansenCam