Cass How Spiders Got Eight Leg/Look Spid (Pair-It Books)
Katherine Mead
Cass How Spiders Got Eight Leg/Look Spid (Pair-It Books)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Katherine Mead
The text is written at a 5th 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
Spider races across the muddy riverbank, panting and desperate to win without getting tired. He hatches a plan to borrow legs from his friends, but what happens when he counts them all? Suddenly, Spider feels a strange new power — but can he control it?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This imaginative fiction book explores how Spider came to have eight legs, blending animal characters with a fun and engaging race story. Suitable for children ages 9-12, it encourages creativity and problem-solving without any intense content. Parents can expect light humor and a gentle lesson about effort and consequences.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780817273750
- Publisher
- Steck Vaughn
- Published
- January 1997
- Type
- Fiction