The schoolmaster

W. J. Burley

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The schoolmaster

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by W. J. Burley

Reading Level 4-5 9MP Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What secrets could a quiet schoolmaster be hiding? When strange things start happening at school, everyone wonders if something mysterious is going on. Can you uncover the truth before it's too late?

Themes

MysteryThriller & SuspenseFriendshipAdventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery novel follows a group of children uncovering secrets surrounding their schoolmaster. Suitable for ages 9-12, it features suspenseful situations and mild peril appropriate for this reading level. Parents should note the book contains some tense moments but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MP — Moderate — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Moderate

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

160 pages
ISBN
0575022523
Pages
160
Publisher
Orion
Published
1977
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery, Thriller & Suspense