Edward the Crazy Man

Marie Day

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Edward the Crazy Man

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marie Day

Reading Level 4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

Charlie enjoys collecting forgotten treasures to help Edward, a homeless man, create amazing costumes. When Edward heroically protects Charlie from an accident, Charlie wants to show his gratitude in a special way. Their friendship blooms as they discover kindness and creativity together.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, poverty & hardship. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Poverty & Hardship
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
1,243 words
8m read-aloud
ISBN
1550377205
Pages
32
Publisher
Annick Press
Published
March 2, 2002
Type
Fiction
Word Count
1,243
Read-Aloud
~8 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Subjects

Fiction Dealing With Social IssuesSocial SituationsSpecial NeedsSocial IssuesHomelessness & PovertyCostumeMental IllnessSchizophreniaSchizophrenieRomans, Nouvelles, Etc. Pour La Jeunesse