A book of kisses
Ross, Dave
A book of kisses
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Ross, Dave
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Did you know there’s a whole world of kisses waiting to be discovered? From gentle butterfly kisses to silly 'Ew Yuck!' kisses, each one tells a special story. But that’s only the beginning of this kiss-filled adventure!
Themes
Quick Assessment
This charming picture book introduces young readers to a variety of kisses, exploring different types through playful and affectionate moments. Suitable for early readers aged 5 to 8, it uses simple language and engaging illustrations to celebrate expressions of love and friendship without any concerning content.
Why we rated A book of kisses 7C
A book of kisses is written at a Level 2 reading level across 44 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, A book of kisses works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate A book of kisses as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, A book of kisses explores family, friendship, and humor — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about family, friendship, humor.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780439208604
- Pages
- 44
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 2001
- Type
- Fiction