Grace Hopper
Nancy Loewen
Grace Hopper
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Woman Behind Computer Programming
by Nancy Loewen
Smithsonian Little Explorer; Little Inventor
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Discover how Grace Hopper, a trailblazing scientist, helped create the languages that computers use to talk and work. Follow her exciting journey of experimenting and inventing the tools that make today's technology possible. Perfect for young readers curious about science and innovation.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781977109705
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Pebble
- Published
- 2019
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 1,859
- Read-Aloud
- ~12 min
- Text Density
- Light Text