Gilda Joyce, Psychic Investigator
Penguin 2006
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- family secrets
- grief and healing
- friendship
- courage
- self-confidence
- mystery and investigation
- the supernatural
- perseverance
About this book
Gilda Joyce is a bold, funny eighth grader determined to become a real psychic investigator. When she finagles a summer visit to her reserved uncle and timid cousin in San Francisco, she stumbles into a haunting tied to a tragic family secret. Armed with a notebook, disguises, and her wits, Gilda mixes humor with heart as she searches for the truth. Perfect for middle-grade readers who like spooky mysteries with an unstoppable heroine.
Setting: contemporary San Francisco, in and around a creaky Victorian mansion
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gilda Joyce, Psychic Investigator right for my child?
Yes — Gilda Joyce, Psychic Investigator is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.2, which is typical for 6th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include family secrets, grief and healing, friendship.
How long does it take to read Gilda Joyce, Psychic Investigator?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Gilda Joyce, Psychic Investigator takes around 7.9h to finish. The book has 83,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Gilda Joyce, Psychic Investigator have an AR quiz?
Yes — Gilda Joyce, Psychic Investigator has an AR quiz available, worth 12 points. 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 Gilda Joyce, Psychic Investigator?
Gilda Joyce, Psychic Investigator has an AR reading level of 6.2, which places it at a 6th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — 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.