Hero dog!

Hilde Lysiak

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Hero dog!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Hilde Lysiak

Illustrated by Lew-Vriethoff, Joanne, illustrator

Reading Level 4-5 9LS 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

Have you ever wondered what it takes to solve a mystery before anyone else? Picture a brave nine-year-old reporter and her tiny dog with a huge bark tracking down stolen treats and secret break-ins. But who is behind these sneaky crimes, and will they be caught in time?

Themes

Detective and mystery storiesFriendshipAdventureJuvenile fiction

Quick Assessment

This chapter book introduces readers to Hilde Lysiak, a young aspiring reporter who, alongside her dog Zeus, investigates local thefts in her neighborhood. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and perseverance, with light mystery elements that are appropriate for middle-grade readers. The book includes illustrations and addresses themes of theft and investigation without intense or frightening content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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

102 pages
ISBN
9781338141559
Pages
102
Publisher
Scholastic Incorporated
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Detective and Mystery StoriesTheftStealingReporters and ReportingDogsMystery and Detective Stories