What reading level is Science Camp #1?

Science Camp #1 by Jody Houser is at a Level 2-3 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Science Camp #1 appropriate for?

Science Camp #1 is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 7LP (Light — Physical). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is Science Camp #1?

Science Camp #1 is fiction. Part of the Graphic Novels (ABDO/Spotlight); Stranger Things (ABDO/Spotlight) series.

Does Science Camp #1 have any content warnings?

Science Camp #1 has a HootRating of 7LP (Light — Physical). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Science Camp #1?

Science Camp #1 by Jody Houser is 24 pages (approximately 1,039 words).

Reviewed by HootRated editorial · Last updated May 18, 2026

Science Camp #1

Jody Houser

Science Camp #1

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jody Houser

Graphic Novels (ABDO/Spotlight); Stranger Things (ABDO/Spotlight)

Reading Level 2-3 7LP Ages 9-12 Matched Page-Turner

The text is written at a 2nd 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

At Camp Know Where, Dustin and his friends enjoy exploring nature and learning new things, but when a mysterious stranger shows up with a secret plan, they must work together to keep the camp peaceful. Friendship and teamwork become the key to solving the mystery before trouble breaks out. This exciting adventure mixes science and fun in the great outdoors.

Themes

Friendship Adventure Science & Nature

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 2-3 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

Why we rated Science Camp #1 7LP

Science Camp #1 is written at a Level 2-3 reading level across 24 pages (approximately 1,039 words). Strong independent readers around grade 3.8 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Science Camp #1 works for readers up to grade 4.8.

Read aloud, Science Camp #1 takes about 7 minutes, which fits within a single read-aloud session.

We rate Science Camp #1 as 7LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.

Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.

Thematically, Science Camp #1 explores friendship, adventure, and science & nature — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
✓ Reluctant readers who need fast-paced, hook-heavy stories to stay engaged.
✓ Kids drawn to stories about friendship, adventure, science & nature.
✓ Readers who fall hard for one book and want a long series to live in — there is one more book in the Graphic Novels (ABDO/Spotlight); Stranger Things (ABDO/Spotlight) series.