What reading level is On the trail of trouble?

On the trail of trouble by Carolyn Keene is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is On the trail of trouble appropriate for?

On the trail of trouble is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is On the trail of trouble?

On the trail of trouble is fiction — Adventure stories.

Does On the trail of trouble have any content warnings?

On the trail of trouble 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 On the trail of trouble?

On the trail of trouble by Carolyn Keene is 160 pages.

On the trail of trouble

Carolyn Keene

On the trail of trouble

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carolyn Keene

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Nancy, Bess, and George burst through the gate of the Black Hills Buffalo Ranch, heart pounding as they spot empty pens where baby buffaloes should be. Justice, the tiniest buffalo, has vanished without a trace, and the girls race against time to uncover the thief before it's too late. Suddenly, a shadow moves in the brush—who could it be?

Themes

Mystery Adventure Friendship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Nancy, Bess, and George as they investigate the theft of a baby buffalo named Justice from a ranch near Mount Rushmore. The story offers an engaging blend of friendship, adventure, and problem-solving suitable for ages 9 to 12. There is mild suspense and mystery, but no content concerns for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional

Emotional

Light ←

Physical

Light

Social

Clear

Thematic

Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

160 pages

ISBN: 9780671026646
Pages: 160
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Published: 1999
Type: Fiction

Genres

Adventure stories

Subjects

DetectiveMysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesMystery and Detective StoriesMystery FictionRanch LifeBuffaloesNancy DrewStealingBuffaloes in FictionSouth Dakota in FictionStealing in FictionDrewNancyHardy BoysAdventure and Adventurers

Places

South Dakota