Shifty Business Adventures of Jo Schmo
Greg Trine
Shifty Business Adventures of Jo Schmo
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Greg Trine
Adventures of Jo Schmo
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Jo Schmo, a fourth grader with a flair for heroics, uncovers an amazing new ability to change shapes! Together with her trusty dog Raymond, they dive into exciting escapades to catch tricky criminals in the bustling city of San Francisco. Packed with fun and colorful illustrations, this story is perfect for young readers who love action and laughter.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780547807966
- Pages
- 115
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Published
- 2013
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 10,373
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 9m
- Text Density
- Light Text