Just a thunderstorm
Gina Mayer
Just a thunderstorm
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Gina Mayer
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
A family prepares for a big thunderstorm, rushing to bring in their laundry before the rain starts. They face flickering lights and loud thunder as they try to fall asleep, and the next day, they splash and play in muddy puddles left behind. This cozy tale captures the excitement and wonder of stormy weather through the eyes of little ones.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 2-3 book with gentle content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
9/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0307115402
- Pages
- 24
- Publisher
- Golden Books
- Published
- 1993
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 326
- Read-Aloud
- ~2 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy