I Like to Write
W. Murray
I Like to Write
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Key Words Reading Scheme 2c
by W. Murray
Illustrated by Martin Aitchison
The text is written at a 3rd 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
I’m going to tell you a little secret about Peter and Jane’s adventure that you might not know—they’re not just going fishing, they’re also learning 27 new words along the way! Imagine how fun it is to spot words like ‘jump’ and ‘fish’ while exploring with them, but that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This beginner-level book supports early readers ages 5-8 by reinforcing 27 frequently used English words through a simple story about Peter and Jane’s fishing trip. It uses a scientifically researched approach that gradually introduces and repeats key words to build reading confidence and fluency. Ideal for children in grades 1-2, it also links reading with writing and phonics practice as part of a structured series.
Why we rated I Like to Write 8C
I Like to Write is written at a Level 3 reading level across 56 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, I Like to Write works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate I Like to Write as 8C ("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.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, I Like to Write explores early learning / early learning concepts, juvenile fiction, children's books/ages 4-8 fiction, readers - beginner, and family — 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 early learning / early learning concepts, juvenile fiction, children's books/ages 4-8 fiction.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780721457642
- Pages
- 56
- Publisher
- Dutton Juvenile
- Published
- September 1, 1997
- Type
- Nonfiction