Chasing dad

Adam Beechen

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Chasing dad

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Adam Beechen

Reading Level 2 7LE Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The salty breeze carries the sound of crashing waves as Otto and Reggie watch the sun dip behind the surf. Their dad, Ray, has been gone all day, leaving the house quiet and strange. What secrets hide beneath the ocean’s roar, and can they chase the truth before it slips away?

Themes

AdventureFamilySecrecyJuvenile FictionSurfing

Quick Assessment

This early reader follows Otto and Reggie as they notice their dad coming home late and decide to uncover what’s going on. With themes of family and adventure, it gently explores curiosity and concern appropriate for ages 5-8. There is no intense content, making it a safe and engaging choice for young readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

24 pages
ISBN
9780689854545
Pages
24
Publisher
Simon Spotlight
Published
2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SurfingAdventure and AdventurersSecrecyFathersMovie TieInHumorous StoriesPreschool Picture Story BooksSurfersMovie or Television Tie-InAction & Adventure