Claude and Medea

Zoe Weil

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Claude and Medea

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Hellburn Dogs

by Zoe Weil

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Here’s a secret: Claude and Medea thought their school year would be ordinary—until a quirky substitute teacher showed up and everything changed. Suddenly, they’re caught in a thrilling mystery, chasing criminals, and stepping up to become real heroes. But that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows seventh-graders Claude and Medea as they encounter an unusual substitute teacher who inspires them to solve a mystery and confront danger. The story highlights themes of courage, compassion, and making a positive difference, suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should know this book presents mild suspense and adventure in an age-appropriate way.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
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

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

118 pages
ISBN
9781590567036
Pages
118
Publisher
Lantern Publishing & Media
Published
2023
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Conduct of LifeSubstitute TeachersSchoolsDogsMystery and Detective StoriesTeachersNew York