What reading level is Mystery at the fairgrounds?

Mystery at the fairgrounds by Janet Holm McHenry is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Mystery at the fairgrounds appropriate for?

Mystery at the fairgrounds is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Mystery at the fairgrounds?

Mystery at the fairgrounds is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Mystery at the fairgrounds have any content warnings?

Mystery at the fairgrounds has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Mystery at the fairgrounds?

Mystery at the fairgrounds by Janet Holm McHenry is 134 pages.

Mystery at the fairgrounds

Janet Holm McHenry

Mystery at the fairgrounds

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Janet Holm McHenry

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: Mountain Center isn’t just any small town—it’s full of mysteries waiting to be uncovered. Annie stumbles on strange happenings that spark her curiosity and lead her to discover something surprising about herself and her faith. But that’s only the beginning.

Themes

MysteryChristian LifeCity and Town LifeFriendship Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Annie, a newcomer to the small town of Mountain Center, as she navigates unusual events and explores her growing Christian faith. The story offers positive messages about community, belonging, and spirituality, making it suitable for children ages 9 to 12. Themes of faith and small-town life are gently interwoven with the mystery genre, without intense content.