Insults Aren't Funny
Amanda Doering
Insults Aren't Funny
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Amanda Doering
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Animal friends discover that mean words can hurt feelings, but kindness and understanding help make things better. Through gentle storytelling and colorful pictures, young readers learn how to recognize and respond to teasing in positive ways. It's a heartwarming lesson about respect and friendship for early readers.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include bullying. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
7/10High 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
- 9781479569427
- Pages
- 24
- Publisher
- Capstone
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 1,093
- Read-Aloud
- ~7 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy