Nick's mission
Claire H. Blatchford
Nick's mission
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Claire H. Blatchford
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
Nick, a deaf boy in sixth grade, isn’t thrilled about spending his summer in speech therapy. But when he and his loyal dog uncover a risky smuggling operation, Nick discovers how powerful communication can be and finds new confidence along the way.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, disability representation. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight 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
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0822507404
- Pages
- 148
- Publisher
- Lerner Publications
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 28,873
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 12m
- Text Density
- Standard