Cam Jansen: the Mystery at the Haunted House #13
Puffin Books 2004
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
- observation and memory
- friendship
- honesty
- perseverance
- family outing
- crime and mystery
About this book
Cam Jansen, the girl with the amazing photographic memory, heads to an amusement park with her best friend Eric and her aunt and uncle. After a trip through the Haunted House, Aunt Katie’s wallet goes missing—and Cam’s sure it wasn’t just lost. Using her sharp eyes and quick “Click!” memory, Cam pieces together clues to crack the case. This fast, funny mystery is great for kids moving into short chapter books who love solving puzzles alongside a clever heroine.
Setting: a modern-day amusement park and haunted house attraction
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cam Jansen: the Mystery at the Haunted House #13 right for my child?
Yes — Cam Jansen: the Mystery at the Haunted House #13 is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.2, 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, observation and memory, friendship.
How long does it take to read Cam Jansen: the Mystery at the Haunted House #13?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Cam Jansen: the Mystery at the Haunted House #13 takes around 1.0h to finish. The book has 8,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Cam Jansen: the Mystery at the Haunted House #13 have an AR quiz?
Yes — Cam Jansen: the Mystery at the Haunted House #13 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: the Mystery at the Haunted House #13?
Cam Jansen: the Mystery at the Haunted House #13 has an AR reading level of 3.2, 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.