Funny Ride (Beginning to Read-Revised)
Margaret Hillert
Funny Ride (Beginning to Read-Revised)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Margaret Hillert
Illustrated by Jozef Sumichrast
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
What if your kite could lift you off the ground and take you on a funny ride through the sky? Imagine soaring high above the trees and houses, seeing the world from a whole new angle. But how will you get back down safely?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader book follows a child's imaginative adventure as a kite lifts him into the sky, offering a playful exploration of perspective and observation. Suitable for ages 5-8 and designed to support beginning readers with simple language and engaging illustrations. There is light fantasy with no content concerns, making it a gentle introduction to imaginative play and reading skills.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A 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
- 9781599531496
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Norwood House Press
- Published
- January 2008
- Type
- Fiction