What reading level is Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary?

Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary by Wendelin Van Draanen is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary appropriate for?

Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary?

Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary have any content warnings?

Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary?

Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary by Wendelin Van Draanen is 247 pages.

Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary

Wendelin Van Draanen

Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Wendelin Van Draanen

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

What if a simple country weekend turned into a wild mystery with a 200-pound pig at the center? Imagine uncovering a century-old family feud, a burning pioneer cabin, and clues that refuse to stay buried. Can Sammy solve the mystery before the past and present explode into chaos?

Themes

Mystery Friendship Family Coming of Age Adventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Sammy Keyes as she encounters a local legend and a family feud that spans over a century. With a mix of historical intrigue and present-day drama, the story includes themes of friendship, family dynamics, and personal growth. Suitable for ages 9-12, it features light suspense and some references to family conflict but remains appropriate for the target audience.