The fantastic secret of Owen Jester
Barbara O'Connor
The fantastic secret of Owen Jester
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Barbara O'Connor
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
Splash! The cool pond water ripples as Owen Jester sneaks closer, the scent of mud and fresh grass filling the air. He’s just let go of Tooley, the giant bullfrog, and now the adventure is just beginning beneath the surface. But with Viola watching every move, can Owen and his friends find Tooley again before he hops away for good?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade novel follows Owen Jester and his friends as they embark on a watery adventure to find a giant bullfrog named Tooley using a small submarine. Set in Carter, Georgia, the story combines themes of friendship, family, and curiosity with light suspense suitable for ages 9 to 12. Parents should note the mild tension involving a nosy neighbor but can expect a wholesome, imaginative tale.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
Ollie the Owl (Frog Pond Friends)
Alain Gree
Ollie the Owl (Frog Pond Friends)
Alain Gree
The Boy Who Loved Frogs/Audio Cassette
Dianne Bates
The Boy Who Loved Frogs/Audio Cassette
Dianne Bates
Frogs
Lindsy J. O'Brien
Frogs
Lindsy J. O'Brien
The Really Wild Life of Frogs
Doug Wechsler
The Really Wild Life of Frogs
Doug Wechsler
The Otter Side
Lindsey Boone
The Otter Side
Lindsey Boone
Frogs
Laura Driscoll
Frogs
Laura Driscoll
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780545387804
- Pages
- 168
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 2011
- Type
- Fiction