The nose knows

E. W. Hildick

Cover of The nose knows

The nose knows

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A McGurk Mystery

by E. W. Hildick

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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

One of these friends has a nose so sharp, it can sniff out secrets no one else can catch! Together, they start a detective bureau to solve the mystery of the missing catcher's mitt. But can their super-sniffing skills crack the case before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

This early reader story follows three friends who start a detective bureau, using one friend's exceptionally keen sense of smell to solve a mystery involving a missing baseball mitt. Appropriate for children ages 5-8, the book promotes teamwork, problem-solving, and friendship without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

94 pages
ISBN
0583302785
Pages
94
Publisher
Dragon Books
Published
1979
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery and Detective StoriesDetective and Mystery Stories