Face That Stopped Time
Mel Cebulash, Globe Fearon Educational Publishing
Face That Stopped Time
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Mel Cebulash, Globe Fearon Educational Publishing
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
Have you ever wondered what happens when someone knocks on the wrong door? Paul finds himself in a puzzling situation when a kind teacher arrives where she shouldn't be, and then something very mysterious happens. What secrets will Paul uncover in this surprising story?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This fiction book, suitable for early readers aged 5-8, introduces a mystery involving a teacher and a boy named Paul. While the description hints at a serious event, the content is tailored for young children and focuses on curiosity and problem-solving rather than graphic details. Parents should be aware that the story includes themes of investigation and mystery but is age-appropriate for early elementary readers.
Why we rated Face That Stopped Time 7LP
Face That Stopped Time is written at a Level 2 reading level across 36 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Face That Stopped Time works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Face That Stopped Time as 7LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, Face That Stopped Time weaves together children: babies & toddlers and mystery.
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: babies & toddlers, mystery.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
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
- 9780822437109
- Pages
- 36
- Publisher
- Fearon Teacher Aids
- Published
- June 1984
- Type
- Nonfiction