Franklin Is Lost (Franklin)
Paulette Bourgeois
Franklin Is Lost (Franklin)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Paulette Bourgeois
Illustrated by Brenda Clark
The text is written at a 1st 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
Here's a secret: Franklin the Turtle has wandered off where no one can see him. Lost and a little scared, he discovers how big the world really is—but that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This charming early reader follows Franklin the Turtle as he learns an important lesson about safety and the comfort of home after getting lost. Suitable for ages 5-8, it gently addresses themes of caution and independence without being frightening. The story is presented with full-color illustrations and simple language appropriate for Grade 1.5 readers.
Why we rated Franklin Is Lost (Franklin) 6C
Franklin Is Lost (Franklin) is written at a Level 1-2 reading level across 32 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 2.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Franklin Is Lost (Franklin) works for readers up to grade 3.5.
We rate Franklin Is Lost (Franklin) as 6C ("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.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, Franklin Is Lost (Franklin) explores family, social issues - general, coming of age, and animals — 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 family, social issues - general, coming of age.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
6C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Content Flags
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781550740530
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Kids Can Press Ltd
- Published
- February 12, 1992
- Type
- Fiction