Corn-fed
James Stevenson
Corn-fed
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Poems
by James Stevenson
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
These poems aren’t just any poems — they’re packed with magic, wit, and surprises that make you see the world differently! Each one is like a little adventure with funny twists that stick with you. Get ready to laugh, think, and maybe even get a little cheeky!
Themes
Quick Assessment
Corn-fed is a delightful collection of twenty-five poems designed for early readers aged 5 to 8. James Stevenson’s witty and subtly subversive verses are paired with his distinctive illustrations, offering an engaging blend of humor and insight that encourages children’s appreciation for poetry. The content is age-appropriate, lighthearted, and perfect for developing reading skills and creative thinking.
Why we rated Corn-fed 7C
Corn-fed is written at a Level 2 reading level across 48 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Corn-fed works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Corn-fed as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Corn-fed explores children's poetry, american poetry, and humor — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about children's poetry, american poetry, humor.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo 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.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0060005971
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Greenwillow Books
- Published
- 2002
- Type
- Fiction