Nick's mission

Claire H. Blatchford

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Nick's mission

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Claire H. Blatchford

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 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.

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 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Disability Representation
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

148 pages
28,873 words
3h 12m read-aloud
ISBN
0822507404
Pages
148
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Published
1995
Type
Fiction
Word Count
28,873
Read-Aloud
~3h 12m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

DeafPeople With DisabilitiesDogsMothers and Sons