Licence to fish
Justin Richards
Licence to fish
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Justin Richards
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
What if your school pond was hiding a secret spy base? Alfie and his friends think something fishy is going on during their fishing lessons. Can they outsmart the sneaky villains before it's too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book follows Alfie and his friends as they uncover a secret spy operation hidden beneath their school pond. With themes of friendship, adventure, and problem-solving, it is appropriate for ages 9 to 12. The story contains mild suspense and focuses on teamwork without any intense or graphic content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780007273591
- Pages
- 163
- Publisher
- HarperCollins UK
- Published
- 2009
- Type
- Fiction