Karen's mystery
Ann M. Martin
Karen's mystery
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Ann M. Martin
The text is written at a 2nd 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
Karen and her friend David Michael become junior detectives to solve everyday puzzles, turning a lost pair of glasses into an exciting adventure. When Karen's pet rat Emily disappears, their detective agency faces its biggest challenge yet. Join them as they follow clues and unravel mysteries together!
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 2-3 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0590448277
- Pages
- 130
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 1991
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 10,729
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 12m
- Text Density
- Light Text