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Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Television Dog #4

by David A. Adler

Puffin Books 2004

Great fit for 3rd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

3rd grade English Juvenile Fiction
1
AR Points
52m
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Mystery

Themes

  • problem-solving
  • friendship
  • observation and memory
  • perseverance
  • honesty
  • teamwork

About this book

Cam Jansen uses her amazing photographic memory to solve a puzzling case when a famous TV dog, Poochie, vanishes during a book signing and an imposter takes his place. With best friend Eric by her side, Cam follows clues, notices tiny details, and pieces together the truth. This fast-paced early chapter book is great for kids moving up from easy readers. Short chapters, engaging mysteries, and a clever heroine keep young readers turning pages.

Setting: a contemporary city, mainly at a bookstore book signing and nearby streets

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Television Dog #4 right for my child?

Yes — Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Television Dog #4 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, friendship, observation and memory.

How long does it take to read Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Television Dog #4?

At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Television Dog #4 takes around 52m to finish. The book has 7,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Television Dog #4 have an AR quiz?

Yes — Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Television Dog #4 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 Television Dog #4?

Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Television Dog #4 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.