Kim's super science day
Sherryl Clark
Kim's super science day
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Sherryl Clark
Illustrated by McKenzie, Heath, illustrator
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
Have you ever wondered what it takes to win a science fair? Kim is about to find out as she dives into her most exciting science project yet. But will her experiment work in time for the big day?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader book follows Kim, a young student preparing for her school's science fair. It highlights themes of curiosity, perseverance, and problem-solving suitable for children ages 5 to 8. The story is light and educational, with no content concerns, making it a great choice to encourage interest in science.
Why we rated Kim's super science day 8C
Kim's super science day 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, Kim's super science day works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate Kim's super science day 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, Kim's super science day explores science & nature, school, friendship, and coming of age — 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 science & nature, school, friendship.
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
- 9781496602503
- Pages
- 56
- Publisher
- Capstone Classroom
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction