Secrets of the Rock

Phyllis J. Perry

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Secrets of the Rock

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Phyllis J. Perry

Illustrated by Ron Lipking

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: Fribble and Scamper stumble upon a mysterious rock with strange writing carved into it. Nobody knows what the inscription means yet, but that’s only the beginning of their thrilling adventure.

Quick Assessment

This chapter book follows two young animal friends, Fribble and Scamper, as they discover a mysterious inscribed rock and seek answers at the library. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, it blends mystery and friendship in an engaging, age-appropriate story without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9781417676873
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
October 22, 2004
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

AnimalsMice Hamsters Guinea Pigs EtcMysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesChapter BooksLibrariesMiceMystery and Detective Stories