Robbery at the Mall

Francine Pascal

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Robbery at the Mall

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Francine Pascal

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

Have you ever wondered what secrets a video camera might catch without you knowing? Elizabeth and her friend Maria are filming at the mall when suddenly, a robbery unfolds right before their eyes. But when Maria’s own home is robbed and all her videos disappear, what clues will Elizabeth find to crack the mystery?

Themes

Crime & MysteryFriendshipSocial IssuesAdventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Elizabeth and her friend Maria as they accidentally record a robbery at the mall. When Maria’s home is broken into and her video collection is stolen, Elizabeth takes on the challenge of solving the case. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of crime and social issues in a way that is engaging but not intense.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9780553481167
Pages
144
Publisher
Sweet Valley
Published
July 1, 1994
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Crime & MysterySocial IssuesSocial SituationsCamcordersMystery and Detective StoriesRobbery