Flap Your Wings/Book and Cassette
P. D. Eastman
Flap Your Wings/Book and Cassette
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by P. D. Eastman
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
The crack of the egg echoes through the quiet nest as a strange new baby emerges, not with feathers but with sharp, toothy jaws! Mr. and Mrs. Bird work tirelessly to care for Junior, whose big appetite and odd looks make every day an adventure. When Junior grows too big for the nest, will he find a way to fly without wings?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This charming early reader follows Mr. and Mrs. Bird as they raise an unusual baby they find in their nest, exploring themes of kindness, acceptance, and problem-solving. Appropriate for ages 5-8, it features simple language ideal for second graders and gentle humor that encourages empathy and creativity. There are no content concerns, making it a delightful and safe choice for young readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo 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.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780394877891
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
- Published
- September 1990
- Type
- Fiction