Jonah and the great fish

Warwick Hutton

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Jonah and the great fish

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Warwick Hutton

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd 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

Did you know a man once lived inside a giant fish? Jonah’s unexpected adventure under the sea is full of surprises and lessons... but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Bible storiesAdventureFaithFamily

Quick Assessment

This beautifully illustrated retelling of the Biblical story of Jonah offers early readers a gentle introduction to classic Old Testament tales. Suitable for ages 5-8, it presents themes of obedience and faith in an accessible way without intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — 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
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9780689502835
Pages
32
Publisher
Margaret K. McElderry Books
Published
1983
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

English Bible StoriesBible StoriesO.T. JonahO.TBible Stories, EnglishJonahOld TestamentBible Stories, O.tBible, Commentaries, O. T. Minor Prophets

People

Jonah (Biblical prophet)Jonah