Cam Jansen: The Tennis Trophy Mystery #23
Penguin 2005
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
- honesty
- observation and memory
- teamwork
- perseverance
- community
About this book
When Cam and her best friend Eric notice their gym teacher’s newly painted office, Cam also spots something else—the prized tennis trophy is missing. With her famous photographic memory and a quick "Click!", Cam starts piecing together clues around the school. Short chapters, familiar school settings, and plenty of illustrations make this a confidence-building mystery for new chapter-book readers. Kids enjoy the fast-paced puzzle, Cam’s clever observations, and the satisfying teamwork between friends.
Setting: elementary school and surrounding neighborhood in a contemporary suburban town
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cam Jansen: The Tennis Trophy Mystery #23 right for my child?
Yes — Cam Jansen: The Tennis Trophy Mystery #23 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 problem-solving, friendship, honesty.
How long does it take to read Cam Jansen: The Tennis Trophy Mystery #23?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Cam Jansen: The Tennis Trophy Mystery #23 takes around 56m to finish. The book has 7,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Cam Jansen: The Tennis Trophy Mystery #23 have an AR quiz?
Yes — Cam Jansen: The Tennis Trophy Mystery #23 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 Tennis Trophy Mystery #23?
Cam Jansen: The Tennis Trophy Mystery #23 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.