The soccer mystery

Gertrude Chandler Warner

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The soccer mystery

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Boxcar Children

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read Page-Turner

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

Join the Alden siblings as they follow clues to find hidden gold in an old cabin at Yellowstone. When their treasure map mysteriously vanishes, they must use their wits to solve the mystery and stay one step ahead. Adventure and teamwork lead the way in this exciting treasure hunt!

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

9/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

116 pages
15,753 words
1h 45m read-aloud
ISBN
0807575275
Pages
116
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
1997
Type
Fiction
Word Count
15,753
Read-Aloud
~1h 45m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

SoccerBrothers and SistersOrphansMystery and Detective StoriesDetective and Mystery StoriesSoccer StoriesBoxcar ChildrenSiblings