The Bad Ices Man and The Girl Who Saved Christmas

Ena Agbodza

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The Bad Ices Man and The Girl Who Saved Christmas

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ena Agbodza

Reading Level 2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 2nd 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

Did you know the children on Moat Drive started vanishing one by one, and no grown-up could figure out why? But a clever six-year-old girl, with a sharp mind and brave heart, is about to uncover secrets nobody expected. And that's only the beginning of an adventure that will change everything.

Themes

Holidays & Celebrations - ChristmasMysteriesChildrenAdventure

Quick Assessment

This early reader mystery follows a resourceful six-year-old girl who sets out to solve the puzzling disappearances of children in her neighborhood during the Christmas season. Suitable for ages 5-8, it combines holiday themes with elements of suspense and problem-solving, encouraging critical thinking and bravery. Parents should note the story involves mild mystery and intrigue but remains appropriate for young readers.

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
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

45 pages
ISBN
9781594537820
Pages
45
Publisher
Airleaf
Published
February 27, 2006
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Holidays & CelebrationsChristmas & AdventMysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesChristmasMystery