Don't do that!

Barry Louis Polisar

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Don't do that!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Child's Guide to Bad Manners, Ridiculous Rules, and Inadequate Etiquette

by Barry Louis Polisar

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

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

What if misbehaving was actually a way to learn manners? Imagine turning funny mistakes like playing with your food or car trips into lessons that make everyone smile. But can you master the art of 'misbehaving properly' before the grown-ups catch on?

Themes

EtiquetteHumorFamily

Quick Assessment

This humorous children's book uses playful scenarios to teach young readers about manners and etiquette in an engaging way. Suitable for ages 5-8, it covers everyday situations like mealtime and family outings with a lighthearted tone that encourages learning through fun. Parents should know it gently introduces social rules without being preachy, making it a great early introduction to etiquette.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9780938663201
Pages
32
Publisher
Rainbow Morning Music
Published
1994
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Etiquette for Children and TeenagersEtiquette