Mission Alert

Benjamin Hulme-Cross

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Mission Alert

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

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by Benjamin Hulme-Cross

Reading Level 3 8LE Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: Tom and Zilla aren't just any kids—they're spies following in their parents' footsteps. When MI5 needs someone small and clever for a tricky mission, these siblings step up. But that's only the beginning.

Themes

AdventureFamilySpiesFriendshipEarly Readers

Quick Assessment

Mission Alert follows siblings Tom and Zilla, who become involved in spy missions after their parents' death. Designed for early readers, especially those who struggle or have dyslexia, this book offers accessible language and supportive formatting. Suitable for ages 5-8, it blends adventure with age-appropriate themes and encourages reading confidence.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
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

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
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

72 pages
ISBN
9781472929563
Pages
72
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Spies