Mystery at Lake Placid
Roy MacGregor
Mystery at Lake Placid
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Roy MacGregor
The text is written at a 6th 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
The Screech Owls skate fast, their sticks tapping hard against the ice as they race toward the net—when suddenly, the lights flicker and the puck disappears. Who could be trying to stop them from winning the big international tournament in New York? Just when they think it’s safe, a shadow moves in the stands...
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade mystery follows the Screech Owls hockey team as they travel to New York for an international peewee tournament, only to face a series of suspicious events suggesting someone is sabotaging their chances. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, the story combines sports excitement with a detective-style mystery, encouraging teamwork and problem-solving. There is mild suspense but no graphic content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780771056253
- Pages
- 204
- Publisher
- Screech Owls
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Fiction