Hoaxes, Fibs, and Fakes (The Real Deal)

Lisa Thompson

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Hoaxes, Fibs, and Fakes (The Real Deal)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The real deal, Blue. teacher guide

by Lisa Thompson

Illustrated by Lloyd Foye and Cliff Watt

Real Deal-Blue; Real Deal

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

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

Discover some of the most clever and surprising tricks people have played throughout history. This fun and fascinating collection reveals the stories behind famous hoaxes and playful deceptions that have left everyone amazed. Perfect for curious minds who love a good laugh and a clever twist!

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

9/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
929 words
6m read-aloud
ISBN
0760866864
Pages
32
Publisher
Sundance
Published
2002
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
929
Read-Aloud
~6 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Fraud

Subjects

Imposters and ImpostureFraudDeceptionImpostors and ImpostureTruthfulness and Falsehood