Jack Beechwhistle

Kes Gray

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Jack Beechwhistle

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Rise of the Hairy Horror

by Kes Gray

Reading Level 6 11LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Jack Beechwhistle isn’t just any kid—he’s a junior secret agent facing the most bizarre villains you can imagine! From exploding conkers to zombie sweet-shop owners, Jack’s daring adventures always keep you guessing. But when the town’s hairdresser starts collecting hairs in a mysterious bag, Jack knows this case is bigger than ever—and it could change everything!

Themes

HumorAdventureFriendshipJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Jack Beechwhistle, a clever and humorous junior secret agent, as he uncovers a strange mystery involving a suspicious hairdresser. Targeted at readers aged 9-12, the book blends action, adventure, and humor with light suspense appropriate for this age group. Parents can expect a fun story with mild peril and no intense content, suitable for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

221 pages
ISBN
9781448194414
Pages
221
Publisher
Random House
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Humorous StoriesAction & Adventure