Sammy Keyes and the wedding crasher

Wendelin Van Draanen

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Sammy Keyes and the wedding crasher

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

Here’s a secret: Sammy’s latest case starts with scary threats against a teacher no one likes. But that’s only the beginning—because Sammy’s got her own problems to solve, from family surprises to a crush that won’t answer her calls.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows junior high detective Sammy Keyes as she investigates threatening letters sent to a history teacher. Alongside the mystery, the story explores family dynamics, adolescent crushes, and questions of trust. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains mild suspense but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety Family Change
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

296 pages
ISBN
9780375861079
Pages
296
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published
2010
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FamilyHumorous StoriesMysteries & Detective StoriesSchoolsWeddingsTeachersMystery and Detective StoriesSammy Keyes