Sherlock Holmes and the case of the hound of the Baskervilles

Malvina G. Vogel

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Sherlock Holmes and the case of the hound of the Baskervilles

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Malvina G. Vogel

Great Illustrated Classics

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 5th 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

Join Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as they venture into the eerie moors of Dartmoor to unravel the secrets behind the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville and the legend of a terrifying spectral dog. With clever clues and suspenseful moments, this adventure invites readers to put on their detective hats and solve the chilling mystery.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, mystery. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Mystery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

10/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

237 pages
16,202 words
1h 48m read-aloud
ISBN
1596792507
Pages
237
Publisher
Abdo Publishing Company
Published
2005
Type
Fiction
Word Count
16,202
Read-Aloud
~1h 48m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

DogsMystery and Detective StoriesDartmoorEngland