Clinton Street Crime Wave (Ghost Writer)

Laban Carrick Hill

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Clinton Street Crime Wave (Ghost Writer)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Laban Carrick Hill

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

Have you ever caught someone sneaking around when you least expect it? Hector and Alex are busy making a special Christmas gift for Gaby when they stumble upon clues that someone is breaking into Phil Reiner's workshop. Could this mysterious thief be the same one stealing food from the Fernandez family store?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Hector and Alex as they uncover a string of break-ins during the holiday season. Appropriate for ages 9 to 12, the story features themes of friendship, community, and problem-solving with light suspense and no graphic content. Parents can expect a wholesome, engaging read that encourages critical thinking and empathy.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

105 pages
ISBN
9780606075725
Pages
105
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
January 1994
Type
Fiction

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