Missing―One Brain!
Bruce Coville
Missing―One Brain!
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Bruce Coville
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 losing your homework was the least of your problems? Imagine being the first alien kid in a human school and suddenly your grandfather’s brain goes missing! Now, with friends at odds and mysterious secrets leaking out, can Pleskit solve the biggest mystery of sixth grade before it’s too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade sci-fi adventure follows Pleskit Meenom, an alien attending school on Earth, as he faces the challenge of finding his missing grandfather’s brain while dealing with friendship struggles and media attention. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story blends humor and science fiction with themes of friendship and social challenges. Parents should note the light conflict and mild peril typical of middle-grade fiction.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight 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
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781534464841
- Pages
- 160
- Publisher
- Aladdin
- Published
- 2020-08
- Type
- Fiction