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Detective Dan and the flying frog mystery

Timothy Roland

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Detective Dan and the flying frog mystery

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Timothy Roland

Reading Level 1-2 Unrated Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 1st grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Detective Dan finds Farley's missing frog and, with the aid of a Bible verse, helps him understand why seeking revenge is wrong.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 1-2 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

Why we rated Detective Dan and the flying frog mystery Level 0

Detective Dan and the flying frog mystery is written at a Level 1-2 reading level across 45 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 2.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Detective Dan and the flying frog mystery works for readers up to grade 3.5.

We rate Detective Dan and the flying frog mystery as Unrated because the content sits in the "Unrated" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the unrated intensity score.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.

Maybe not for

  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
1
Theme Richness
1
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
4

Details

Book Length

45 pages
ISBN
0310381215
Pages
45
Publisher
Zondervan Publishing Company
Published
1993
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FrogsRevengeChristian LifeMystery and Detective StoriesDetective and Mystery Stories