Bouncing and Rolling

Terry J. Jennings

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Bouncing and Rolling

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Terry J. Jennings

Illustrated by David Anstey

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

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

What if every ball had a secret power that made it bounce or roll in its own special way? Imagine testing different balls to see which one jumps the highest or rolls the fastest. But what if you could discover exactly why they behave so differently—what would you find out next?

Themes

Science & NatureExperimentsSportsEducationEarly Readers

Quick Assessment

This book introduces young readers to basic scientific experiments focused on why some objects bounce and roll differently. It’s designed for early readers aged 5 to 8 and encourages curiosity through hands-on activities involving balls and movement. The content is gentle, educational, and suitable for exploring simple physics concepts with no complex vocabulary or mature themes.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — 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

2/10

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

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Details

Book Length

23 pages
ISBN
9780531175002
Pages
23
Publisher
Franklin Watts
Published
April 1990
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

BallsExperimentsMotionPhysicsKinematicsMateriauxProprietes MecaniquesCinematiqueMouvementSciencesExperiences Pour La Jeunesse