The Day Ambrosia Stood Still (Last Chance Detectives)
Bob Vernon
The Day Ambrosia Stood Still (Last Chance Detectives)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Bob Vernon
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Have you ever heard of a town where horns beep all by themselves and jukeboxes play wild tunes without anyone touching them? In Ambrosia, silverware even starts moving across tables like magic! What’s causing all this strange, spooky stuff to happen?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader mystery from the Last Chance Detectives series features a Christian perspective woven into an engaging adventure suitable for children ages 5 to 8. The story presents a lighthearted, supernatural mystery set in a small town, delivered in four audio episodes that encourage problem-solving and moral lessons based on biblical principles. Parents can expect an age-appropriate, faith-based story with mild suspense but no intense content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781589972360
- Pages
- 2
- Publisher
- Tyndale Entertainment
- Published
- June 2004
- Type
- Fiction