What reading level is The case of the class clown?

The case of the class clown by James Preller is at a Level 1-2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The case of the class clown appropriate for?

The case of the class clown is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 6C (Clear).

What genre is The case of the class clown?

The case of the class clown is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The case of the class clown have any content warnings?

The case of the class clown has a HootRating of 6C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The case of the class clown?

The case of the class clown by James Preller is 73 pages.

The case of the class clown

James Preller

The case of the class clown

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by James Preller

Reading Level 1-2 6C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 1st grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Who could be the mysterious prankster making Athena's school days tricky? Athena needs a clever detective team to solve the puzzle of the class clown. Can Jigsaw and Mila catch the culprit before the next prank strikes?

Themes

Mystery and detective storiesPractical jokesSchoolsFriendship

Quick Assessment

This early reader mystery follows Athena as she deals with unsettling practical jokes at school by enlisting two young detectives, Jigsaw and Mila. Suitable for ages 5-8, it encourages problem-solving and critical thinking with light themes of school life and friendship. The book contains no intense content, making it appropriate for early elementary readers.