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Danny Orlis and the school computer break-in

Bernard Alvin Palmer

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Danny Orlis and the school computer break-in

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Bernard Alvin Palmer

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: 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

MysteryChristian lifeFriendshipSchool lifeComputers

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 — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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

117 pages
ISBN
0847461068
Pages
117
Publisher
Back to the Bible
Published
1984
Type
Fiction

Subjects

SchoolsComputersMystery and Detective StoriesChristian Life