One False Note
Gordon Korman
One False Note
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Gordon Korman
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
Here’s a secret: Amy and Dan Cahill are chasing a mysterious clue hidden somewhere on Earth, but trouble is close behind. They've been spotted sneaking through trains, speeding in boats, and even tangled up in a hotel break-in! And that’s only the beginning of their wild adventure.
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade mystery follows siblings Amy and Dan Cahill as they race to uncover one of 39 hidden clues around the world. The fast-paced story features suspenseful chases and puzzles, appropriate for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should note the inclusion of mild peril and action sequences but no intense content.
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
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780545060424
- Pages
- 174
- Publisher
- Scholastic Incorporated
- Published
- 2008
- Type
- Fiction