What reading level is Diamonds are a thief's best friend?

Diamonds are a thief's best friend by Hope McLean is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Diamonds are a thief's best friend appropriate for?

Diamonds are a thief's best friend is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is Diamonds are a thief's best friend?

Diamonds are a thief's best friend is fiction — Juvenile Fiction. Part of the Jewel Thieves series.

Does Diamonds are a thief's best friend have any content warnings?

Diamonds are a thief's best friend has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Diamonds are a thief's best friend?

Diamonds are a thief's best friend by Hope McLean is 140 pages (approximately 26,408 words).

Diamonds are a thief's best friend

Hope McLean

Diamonds are a thief's best friend

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Hope McLean

Jewel Thieves

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

A clever group of friends head to New York City, juggling a big quiz bowl contest while trying to protect four rare gems from sneaky thieves. Mysterious notes and rival teams keep them on their toes as they race through the city, determined to solve puzzles and prevent a daring diamond heist. Adventure and brains combine in a thrilling chase that tests their teamwork and smarts.

Themes

Friendship Adventure MysterySchoolJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild

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Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

140 pages

26,408 words

2h 56m read-aloud

ISBN: 9780545482899
Pages: 140
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Published: 2012
Type: Fiction
Word Count: 26,408
Read-Aloud: ~2h 56m
Text Density: Standard

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Jewel ThievesSchool StoriesMiddle SchoolsSchool ContestsDiamondsMystery FictionTheftStealingSchoolsBest FriendsFriendshipMystery and Detective StoriesNew YorkCriminalsContests

Places

New York (State)New York (N.Y.)New York