Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds #1
Penguin 2004
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- problem-solving
- justice
- teamwork
- perseverance
- observation and memory
About this book
Cam Jansen uses her amazing photographic memory to help solve a jewelry store robbery at the mall. When the police arrest the wrong person, Cam and her friend Eric piece together clues to find the real thief. Short chapters, clear plotting, and a clever heroine make this a great step up for new chapter-book readers. Kids enjoy the fast-paced mystery and the fun of trying to solve the case alongside Cam.
Setting: a suburban town and shopping mall, present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds #1 right for my child?
Yes — Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds #1 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 friendship, problem-solving, justice.
How long does it take to read Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds #1?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds #1 takes around 56m to finish. The book has 7,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds #1 have an AR quiz?
Yes — Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds #1 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 of the Stolen Diamonds #1?
Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds #1 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.