Crime in the kennel

Franklin W. Dixon

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Crime in the kennel

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Franklin W. Dixon

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: Dogs are vanishing all over Bayport, and only two young detectives know why. Frank and Joe are on the trail, but what they uncover next will surprise you—and that's only the beginning.

Themes

MysteryAdventureFriendshipAnimalsDetective Fiction

Quick Assessment

This mystery novel follows young detectives Frank and Joe Hardy as they investigate a series of dog disappearances in Bayport. Suitable for readers aged 9 to 12, it offers an engaging story with mild suspense but no graphic content, making it appropriate for middle-grade readers who enjoy detective adventures.

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

1/10

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

148 pages
ISBN
9780671872175
Pages
148
Publisher
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Published
1995
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Hardy BoysDogsCrimeMystery and Detective Stories