Secrets on 26th Street (American Girl History Mysteries)

Elizabeth McDavid Jones

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Secrets on 26th Street (American Girl History Mysteries)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Elizabeth McDavid Jones

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if a hidden secret could change the future of a whole city? It's 1914 in New York, and 11-year-old Susan stumbles upon a mysterious boarder with a bold spirit and a daring cause. Can Susan help uncover the truth behind the growing suffrage movement before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

Set in New York City in 1914, this historical mystery follows 11-year-old Susan as she becomes involved with an independent boarder connected to the women's suffrage movement. The story introduces young readers to early 20th-century social change through accessible language and engaging plot, suitable for ages 9 to 12. The book contains mild suspense and themes of activism without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9780613268899
Pages
144
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
September 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HistoricalUnited States20th CenturyMysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesSex RoleSuffrageWomenIrish AmericansMystery and Detective StoriesNew York

Places

United StatesNew York (N.Y.)