Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Dog (Adventures of Wishbone (Turtleback))

Nancy Butcher

Cover of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Dog (Adventures of Wishbone (Turtleback))

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Dog (Adventures of Wishbone (Turtleback))

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Nancy Butcher

Illustrated by Jane McCreary

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

What if your friendly neighborhood dog suddenly acted like a mysterious stranger? Imagine Wishbone sniffing out clues in foggy, old London, chasing a shadowy figure with a secret that could change everything. Can he solve the mystery before the darkness takes over?

Themes

AdventureAnimals - DogsMystery

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book reimagines Robert Louis Stevenson's classic tale with Wishbone the dog as the clever detective. Set in 19th-century London, it offers engaging action and adventure suitable for ages 9 to 12, with no intense or inappropriate content. Parents can expect a fun, age-appropriate mystery that encourages critical thinking and curiosity.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
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
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

143 pages
ISBN
9780606194556
Pages
143
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
October 2000
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureAnimalsDogs