Breakfast with my father

Ron Roy

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Breakfast with my father

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ron Roy

Reading Level 1-2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what happens when someone you love doesn’t show up like they promised? David always looks forward to Saturday mornings with his dad, filled with pancakes and laughter. But one morning, his dad doesn’t come—what could be going on?

Themes

FamilyFathers and SonsEmotional Growth

Quick Assessment

This gentle story explores the relationship between a young boy and his father following his parents' separation. Suitable for early readers aged 5 to 8, it sensitively addresses themes of family change and emotional adjustment without heavy conflict. Parents should know this book offers a reassuring perspective on coping with family transitions.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Divorce & Family Change Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
0395294304
Pages
32
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published
1980
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fathers and SonsFathers