Two dogs in a trench coat go to school

Julie Falatko

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Two dogs in a trench coat go to school

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Julie Falatko

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if two clever dogs could sneak into school by wearing a trench coat? Sassy and Waldo are determined to rescue their boy from boring lessons, but staying undercover is harder than they thought. Can they keep their secret and save the day?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This humorous middle-grade book follows two dogs who disguise themselves in a trench coat to attend school and keep their friend from being bored. Suitable for ages 9-12, it features lighthearted adventures and themes of friendship and loyalty, with playful illustrations enhancing the story. There are no significant content concerns for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — 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
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

184 pages
ISBN
9781338189513
Pages
184
Publisher
Scholastic, Incorporated
Published
2018
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SchoolsHumorous StoriesDogsHuman-animal Relationships