The case of the buried bones

Lewis B. Montgomery

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The case of the buried bones

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lewis B. Montgomery

Illustrated by Wummer, Amy, illustrator

Milo & Jazz Mysteries

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Two young detectives, Milo and Jazz, use their STEM skills to crack a puzzling case when a skeleton is uncovered instead of the town's time capsule. As they follow clues from the past, they embark on a thrilling adventure to solve a mystery that's over seven decades old. Along the way, readers can enjoy fun puzzles and brainteasers that bring the mystery to life.

Themes

Mystery and detective storiesScience & NatureFriendshipAdventure

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

9/10

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
3
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

108 pages
7,403 words
49m read-aloud
ISBN
9781575656410
Pages
108
Publisher
Astra Publishing House
Published
2014
Type
Fiction
Word Count
7,403
Read-Aloud
~49 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Time CapsulesPractical JokesMystery and Detective Stories