A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #6: The Castle Crime
by Ron Roy
Random House Books for Young Readers 2014
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- teamwork
- problem-solving
- perseverance
- honesty
- curiosity
- crime and justice
- travel and adventure
About this book
Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose jet off to London to see Big Ben, ride the London Eye, and tour Windsor Castle—until a shocking theft of the Queen’s jewels turns their trip into a real-life mystery. The trio follows clues through famous landmarks and uses sharp observation and teamwork to narrow down suspects. Fast-paced chapters, humor, and a kid-sized whodunit make this a great pick for young sleuths in grades 2–4. Perfect for fans who like solving puzzles alongside the characters without anything too scary.
Setting: modern-day London and Windsor Castle, England
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #6: The Castle Crime right for my child?
Yes — A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #6: The Castle Crime is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.9, which is typical for 3rd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include friendship, teamwork, problem-solving.
How long does it take to read A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #6: The Castle Crime?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #6: The Castle Crime takes around 1.9h to finish. The book has 15,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #6: The Castle Crime have an AR quiz?
Yes — A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #6: The Castle Crime has an AR quiz available, worth 2 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #6: The Castle Crime?
A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #6: The Castle Crime has an AR reading level of 3.9, which places it at a 3rd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.