The mystery thief

Paul Hutchens

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The mystery thief

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Paul Hutchens

Sugar Creek Gang

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

When Bill receives a scary letter and his suitcase goes missing, the Sugar Creek Gang jumps into action to uncover the sneaky thief behind the mystery. Together, they follow clues and work as a team to solve the puzzling case. Adventure and friendship lead them closer to the truth with every step.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
30,631 words
3h 24m read-aloud
ISBN
0802448097
Pages
128
Publisher
Moody Press
Published
1967
Type
Fiction
Word Count
30,631
Read-Aloud
~3h 24m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Letters

Subjects

Mystery and Detective Stories