Grasshoppers and their kin

Ross E. Hutchins

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Grasshoppers and their kin

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ross E. Hutchins

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

A grasshopper leaps through the tall grass, its legs moving faster than your eyes can follow. Nearby, a katydid hides perfectly still, blending into the leaves. But what happens when a sudden shadow falls over them both?

Quick Assessment

This book offers an engaging introduction to grasshoppers and related insects such as katydids, walking sticks, and crickets, combining clear text with vibrant photographs. Designed for readers aged 9-12, it provides educational content suitable for middle-grade learners interested in nature and insect life. The presentation is straightforward, with no intense content, making it a safe and informative choice for young readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
2
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
0396065031
Pages
144
Publisher
Dodd Mead
Published
1972
Type
Fiction

Genres

Locusts

Subjects

OrthopteraGrasshoppers