Ugly Cat & Pablo and the missing brother
Isabel Quintero
Ugly Cat & Pablo and the missing brother
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Isabel Quintero
Illustrated by Knight, Tom, illustrator
Ugly Cat & Pablo
The text is written at a 3rd 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 Ugly Cat's brother disappears, Ugly Cat and Pablo the mouse team up to solve the mystery. Along their adventure, they make new friends and face spooky surprises at the eerie Herrera house. Together, they must be brave to uncover the truth and bring Tamarindo home.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780545940955
- Pages
- 131
- Publisher
- Scholastic Paperbacks
- Published
- 2018
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 10,450
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 10m
- Text Density
- Light Text