Iris and Walter and the Field Trip
Elissa Haden Guest
Iris and Walter and the Field Trip
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Elissa Haden Guest
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
Iris and Walter are the best detectives on a school field trip! When something goes missing, they use their smart thinking and teamwork to solve the mystery. Their adventure shows how friendship and bravery can turn any problem into a fun challenge.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader book follows Iris and Walter on a school field trip where they encounter a mystery involving a missing item. Designed for children ages 5 to 8, it emphasizes problem-solving, cooperation, and friendship in a gentle, engaging story. The content is appropriate for young readers and contains no material of concern.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A 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
- 9780152053703
- Pages
- 44
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Published
- 2007
- Type
- Fiction