The mystery of the vanishing coin

Susan Cappadonia Love

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The mystery of the vanishing coin

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan Cappadonia Love

Illustrated by Valiant, Kristi, illustrator

Reading Level 3 8LE Ages 5-8 Matched

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Eva kneels by the garden, heart pounding as she spots the shiny coin lying just out of reach. Suddenly, Choo barks—someone's coming! Eva has to solve the mystery fast, or she could lose more than just the coin.

Themes

Juvenile fictionChild detectivesFriendshipAdventureReporting

Quick Assessment

This early reader mystery features Eva, a young environmental activist and aspiring reporter who becomes an amateur detective when a friend's rare coin goes missing. Designed for ages 5-8, the story encourages problem-solving and teamwork without any intense content. Parents can expect a light, engaging tale with themes of friendship and honesty.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

89 pages
ISBN
9780979454240
Pages
89
Publisher
Battat Inc.
Published
2009
Type
Fiction

Genres

Child detectives

Subjects

TheftReporters and ReportingCoinsChild DetectivesDogs