The Great Detective Race
Gertrude Chandler Warner
The Great Detective Race
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Gertrude Chandler Warner
The text is written at a 3rd 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
Excitement fills the air as the Alden family joins a thrilling race through Greenfield, solving clever puzzles and hunting for hidden clues. With a special prize in sight for Mrs. MacGregor, they must outsmart tricky challenges and uncover who might be cheating to win. Adventure and mystery await around every corner in this puzzling quest!
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780807555743
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 2008
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 13,452
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 30m