What reading level is Case of the kidnapped kid?

Case of the kidnapped kid by Dandi Daley Mackall is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Case of the kidnapped kid appropriate for?

Case of the kidnapped kid is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Case of the kidnapped kid?

Case of the kidnapped kid is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Case of the kidnapped kid have any content warnings?

Case of the kidnapped kid has a HootRating of 8LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Case of the kidnapped kid?

Case of the kidnapped kid by Dandi Daley Mackall is 80 pages.

Case of the kidnapped kid

Dandi Daley Mackall

Case of the kidnapped kid

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dandi Daley Mackall

Reading Level 3 8LE Ages 5-8 Matched

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The crack of the bat echoes through the field as Tommy races toward home base—then suddenly, silence. One of the players vanishes just before the big championship game, and the mystery is just beginning. Who took him, and why?

Themes

Mystery Friendship SportsChristian

Quick Assessment

This early reader mystery follows a group of young baseball players whose rivalry takes a serious turn when one teammate is kidnapped right before the championship game. Suitable for ages 5-8, the story incorporates Christian themes and focuses on teamwork, problem-solving, and faith. Parents should note the kidnapping plot, which is handled in an age-appropriate, non-threatening manner.