Cam Jansen and the Secret Service Mystery #26
Penguin 2008
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- problem-solving
- friendship
- observation and memory
- teamwork
- civic life and government
- bravery
- honesty
- community
About this book
It’s library dedication day at Cam’s elementary school, and a governor running for president is the guest of honor. When a loud bang startles the crowd, Cam uses her photographic memory to piece together what really happened. With best friend Eric by her side, she follows clues through the busy school full of reporters, police, and Secret Service agents. Short chapters, lively illustrations, and a clever mystery make this a fun pick for new chapter-book readers in grades 2–4.
Setting: an elementary school during a library dedication with a visiting governor and Secret Service agents
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cam Jansen and the Secret Service Mystery #26 right for my child?
Yes — Cam Jansen and the Secret Service Mystery #26 is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.8, 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 problem-solving, friendship, observation and memory.
How long does it take to read Cam Jansen and the Secret Service Mystery #26?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Cam Jansen and the Secret Service Mystery #26 takes around 56m to finish. The book has 7,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Cam Jansen and the Secret Service Mystery #26 have an AR quiz?
Yes — Cam Jansen and the Secret Service Mystery #26 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 Secret Service Mystery #26?
Cam Jansen and the Secret Service Mystery #26 has an AR reading level of 3.8, 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.