Haunted Clock Tower Mystery

Gertrude Chandler Warner

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Haunted Clock Tower Mystery

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

Here’s a secret: the towering clock on Goldwin University’s campus isn’t just for telling time. Somewhere inside, a hidden treasure waits—forgotten by everyone but waiting for the brave to find it. But that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows the Boxcar Children as they visit Goldwin University and uncover clues about a hidden secret linked to the campus clock tower. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story encourages problem-solving and sibling teamwork with light suspense and no mature content. Themes include family bonds, mystery-solving, and historical secrets.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

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

150 pages
ISBN
9781299968158
Pages
150
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
2011
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery and Detective StoriesBuried TreasureUniversities and CollegesBrothers and SistersOrphansBuried Treasure in FictionUniversities and Colleges in FictionBrothers and Sisters in FictionOrphans in FictionDetective and Mystery StoriesCollege StoriesTreasure TrovesTreasure Hunting