Case Closed #1

Lauren Magaziner

Cover of Case Closed #1

Case Closed #1

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Mystery in the Mansion

by Lauren Magaziner

Reading Level 8 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What would you do if your mom’s detective agency was about to close? Carlos never solved a mystery before, but now he’s chasing clues about a hidden treasure and strange threats. Can you help him crack the case before it’s too late?

Themes

MysteryFriendshipAdventurePuzzle SolvingChildren's Fiction

Quick Assessment

This interactive middle grade mystery invites readers to join Carlos and his friends as they solve puzzles and follow clues to save a family detective agency. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book encourages problem-solving and critical thinking through choose-your-own-path storytelling. The content is light and appropriate, with themes of friendship, adventure, and mystery.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
7
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

466 pages
ISBN
9780062676290
Pages
466
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
2018
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery and Detective StoriesFriendshipBuried Treasure