Moby Dog (Adventures of Wishbone)

Alexander Steele

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Moby Dog (Adventures of Wishbone)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alexander Steele

Reading Level 5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Wishbone and Joe race through the crowded streets, hearts pounding, as the mysterious thief with the White Whales emblem disappears around the corner. The stolen basketball isn't just a game—it's the key to a bigger adventure. Suddenly, a shadow moves in the alley—who's really behind the theft?

Themes

Action & AdventureAnimals - DogsFriendship

Quick Assessment

Moby Dog, inspired by the classic Moby Dick, follows Wishbone and his friend Joe on an exciting quest to recover a stolen basketball linked to a mysterious villain. Suitable for readers aged 9 to 12, this middle-grade adventure combines action, friendship, and problem-solving without intense content. Parents can expect a fun, engaging story with mild suspense appropriate for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613102124
Publisher
Econo-Clad Books
Published
October 1999
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Action & AdventureAnimalsDogs