Cool as a cucumber
by Bridget Heos
It's Just an Expression
Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 4th 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
Discover the surprising stories behind popular food phrases that spice up everyday conversation. This fun exploration reveals how common sayings about food came to be and what they really mean. Perfect for curious readers who love language and tasty expressions!
Representation & Themes
FoodEnglish LanguageJuvenile Literature
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780761378884
- Pages
- 32
- Published
- 2013
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 3,292
Genres
English language
Subjects
FoodIdiomsJuvenile literatureEnglish language