A Day at the Beach

Gary D Schmidt, Ron Koertge

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A Day at the Beach

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gary D Schmidt, Ron Koertge

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

On a lively summer day by the shore, a group of kids from different backgrounds find their stories unexpectedly woven together through funny and heartwarming moments. Each character's unique perspective adds a fresh twist to their beachside adventures, making the day unforgettable for everyone involved.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

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34,203 words
3h 48m read-aloud
ISBN
9780063380929
Publisher
Clarion Books
Published
2025-04
Type
Fiction
Word Count
34,203
Read-Aloud
~3h 48m

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