Cam Jansen and The Graduation Day Mystery #31
Penguin 2011
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- family
- friendship
- observation and memory
- honesty
- responsibility
- teamwork
- problem-solving
About this book
Cam Jansen uses her famous photographic memory to solve a puzzle on a very special day—Eric’s father is graduating from college, and a meaningful gift from Grandpa Shelton suddenly goes missing. With crowds, caps, and celebration all around, Cam and Eric follow clues across the busy campus to find out what really happened. Short chapters, friendly illustrations, and a fast-paced mystery make this a confidence-building read for newly independent readers. Kids enjoy Cam’s clever ‘click!’ moments and the satisfying, fair-play clues.
Setting: a contemporary college campus on graduation day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cam Jansen and The Graduation Day Mystery #31 right for my child?
Yes — Cam Jansen and The Graduation Day Mystery #31 is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.5, 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 family, friendship, observation and memory.
How long does it take to read Cam Jansen and The Graduation Day Mystery #31?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Cam Jansen and The Graduation Day Mystery #31 takes around 56m to finish. The book has 7,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Cam Jansen and The Graduation Day Mystery #31 have an AR quiz?
Yes — Cam Jansen and The Graduation Day Mystery #31 has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Cam Jansen and The Graduation Day Mystery #31?
Cam Jansen and The Graduation Day Mystery #31 has an AR reading level of 3.5, 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.