Fox
Lee Hoffman
Fox
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Lee Hoffman
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
James R. Todd strides into Stick City, eyes sharp and plans sharper. He’s about to pull off the biggest con the town has ever seen — but someone’s watching him closely. What will happen when the trap snaps shut?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction follows James R. Todd, a seasoned con artist aiming to trick a local rancher in a small town. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book explores themes of deception and animal interactions without graphic content or mature themes. Parents should note the story includes mild tension related to swindling but remains appropriate for its target audience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0385110359
- Pages
- 186
- Publisher
- Doubleday Books
- Published
- 1976
- Type
- Fiction