A story to tell

Dick Bruna

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A story to tell

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dick Bruna

Reading Level 1-2 6C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 1st 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

I have a secret to tell you about a little boy who finds a very special friend on his walk. They don’t need words to understand each other, but that’s only the beginning of their story.

Themes

FriendshipFamilyStories without words

Quick Assessment

This wordless picture book follows a young boy who discovers a new friend during a simple walk and brings him home. Ideal for early readers aged 5 to 8, it encourages interpretation and storytelling through illustrations, fostering imagination and communication skills without relying on text.

For Parents

Content Intensity

6C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
1
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

28 pages
ISBN
0846700905
Pages
28
Publisher
Two Continents Publishing Group, Incorporated
Published
1975
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Stories Without Words