How the moon got her job
Martha Lewis Lambert
How the moon got her job
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Martha Lewis Lambert
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
The moon races through the starry sky, dodging the Overly Serious and Dangerously Dull as she zooms toward her new job. Suddenly, the sun calls out, needing help to light up the night. But can the moon handle the biggest task of all?
Quick Assessment
This imaginative story follows a young girl who invents exciting space adventures, including a tale about how the moon got her job as the nighttime light. Suitable for early readers ages 5-8, it encourages creativity and an interest in outer space without any intense content. The book is gentle and playful, perfect for sparking imagination.
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
- 0843119489
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Price Stern Sloan
- Published
- 1987
- Type
- Fiction