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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Judie Angell

Reading Level 4-5 9LS 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Alfred Caro is just a kid, but he spots a secret danger hiding on a plastic mug—one that could hurt lots of people. When he takes a stand against a big company, he shakes up his family’s advertising world. What happens next shows how one brave voice can make a huge difference.

Themes

Consumer protectionFamilyHumorFiction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction centers on 12-year-old Alfred, who uncovers a hazardous lead level in a popular plastic mug and successfully advocates for its recall. The story combines humor and family dynamics while introducing children to consumer protection themes. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers an engaging way to discuss safety awareness and ethical advertising without intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LS — Light — Social
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
ISBN
0440995256
Pages
128
Publisher
Dell Publishing Company
Published
May 1981
Type
Fiction

Genres

Consumer protection

Subjects

Consumer ProtectionFamily LifeHumorous Stories