Encyclopedia Brown And The Case Of The Disgusting Sneakers
Donald J. Sobol
Encyclopedia Brown And The Case Of The Disgusting Sneakers
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Donald J. Sobol
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Join Encyclopedia Brown as he untangles ten puzzling mysteries in the quirky town of Idaville, from a missing teacup to a sneaky cheater in a gross sneaker contest. Sharpen your detective skills and see if you can solve the clues before the answers are revealed! Each case challenges your thinking and invites you to be a super sleuth alongside the clever boy detective.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0553158511
- Pages
- 102
- Publisher
- Yearling
- Published
- 1991
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 9,467
- Lexile
- 610L
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 3m
- Text Density
- Light Text