Sammy Keyes and the Search for Snake Eyes

Wendelin Van Draanen

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Sammy Keyes and the Search for Snake Eyes

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Wendelin Van Draanen

Reading Level 6 11LE 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

Sammy crouches behind a towering sculpture, heart pounding as shadows flicker in the gallery's dim light. Someone's sneaking around, and the priceless painting is at risk. Suddenly, a whisper cuts through the silence—who's there?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows seventh-grader Sammy Keyes as she uncovers strange events at an art gallery, blending suspense with clever detective work. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book offers an engaging plot without intense violence or mature themes, making it a great choice for young mystery enthusiasts.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

277 pages
ISBN
9781417685554
Pages
277
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
May 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mysteries, Espionage, & Detective Stories