Fossil Remains (MBM Chapter Book)

Paul Kropp

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Fossil Remains (MBM Chapter Book)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Paul Kropp

Illustrated by Studio 345

Reading Level 5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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: Warren’s mom accidentally sells the Book of Spells at a school sale. When Tracy tries to retrieve it from the mysterious Dr. Fossel, she brings an ancient skeleton to life—and that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Tracy and Warren as they navigate a magical mishap involving an ancient skeleton and a pursuit by a suspicious character. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story blends fantasy with detective elements and contains mild suspense typical of juvenile fiction.

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
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613864145
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
October 2002
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Mysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesDetective