Danny Orlis and the school computer break-in
Bernard Alvin Palmer
Danny Orlis and the school computer break-in
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Bernard Alvin Palmer
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: Danny Orlis stumbles upon a mysterious break-in at his school's computer lab. The clues don't add up, and not everyone is who they seem. But that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade mystery follows Danny Orlis as he uncovers a computer break-in at his school. The story blends detective work with themes of Christian values and friendship, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. It presents mild suspense without graphic content, making it a thoughtful choice for young mystery enthusiasts.
Why we rated Danny Orlis and the school computer break-in 9LE
Danny Orlis and the school computer break-in is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 117 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Danny Orlis and the school computer break-in works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Danny Orlis and the school computer break-in as 9LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Danny Orlis and the school computer break-in explores mystery, christian life, friendship, school life, and computers — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about mystery, christian life, friendship.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0847461068
- Pages
- 117
- Publisher
- Back to the Bible
- Published
- 1984
- Type
- Fiction