Open if you dare

Dana Middleton

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Open if you dare

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dana Middleton

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Birdie, Ally, and Rose are determined to make their final summer together unforgettable by unraveling the secrets hidden inside a mysterious box labeled Open If You Dare. As they follow each clue, their friendship is tested and strengthened in an exciting race against time before middle school begins. Adventure and mystery await at every turn in this thrilling journey of discovery and change.

Themes

FriendshipMystery and detective storiesChangeBest friends

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

283 pages
61,439 words
6h 50m read-aloud
ISBN
9781250085726
Pages
283
Published
2017
Type
Fiction
Word Count
61,439
Read-Aloud
~6h 50m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Best FriendsFriendshipChangeMystery and Detective StoriesSummer