Killing Mr. Griffin

Lois Duncan

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Killing Mr. Griffin

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lois Duncan

Reading Level 4-5 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

When a group of students decide to prank their strict teacher, things quickly spiral out of control. What starts as a harmless joke turns dangerous, and Susan soon finds herself caught in a chilling mystery where trust is shattered and lives are at risk. Can she uncover the truth before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, realistic violence, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Physical Danger Realistic Violence Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
8
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

223 pages
57,350 words
6h 22m read-aloud
ISBN
0440945151
Pages
223
Publisher
Dell
Published
1979
Type
Fiction
Word Count
57,350
Read-Aloud
~6h 22m
Text Density
Dense

Subjects

Detective and Mystery StoriesHigh School TeachersYoung Adult FictionHigh School StudentsAmerican Suspense FictionManslaughterEnglish TeachersMystery and Detective StoriesStudentsAdolescence