Secrets of the circus

Kate Klise

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Secrets of the circus

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kate Klise

Illustrated by Klise, M. Sarah, illustrator

Three-Ring Rascals

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

A tiny mouse named Gert has a secret pen pal, Pablo the pig, who escapes to join a circus to avoid an uncertain fate. As the circus prepares for a thrilling pig race with a big prize, everyone hopes to save both Pablo and Farmer Farley's farm. Join the fun as friendship and courage take center stage under the circus tent!

Themes

FriendshipAdventureCircusAnimalsPen Pals

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

108 pages
8,867 words
59m read-aloud
ISBN
9781616206406
Pages
108
Publisher
Algonquin Books
Published
2016
Type
Fiction
Word Count
8,867
Read-Aloud
~59 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

CircusConduct of LifePen Pals