King Of The Pond with CD Read-Along (Another Sommer-Time Story Series)

Carl Sommer

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King Of The Pond with CD Read-Along (Another Sommer-Time Story Series)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carl Sommer

Illustrated by Greg Budwine

Reading Level 1-2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Tombo the tadpole races through the pond, boasting he's the biggest and fastest. He chases the other tadpoles, teasing them with his triple flips — but then, something unexpected happens that changes everything. What will happen to Tombo now?

Themes

FriendshipBullyingForgivenessAnimalsSocial IssuesValuesComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This early reader story explores themes of bullying, friendship, and forgiveness through the adventures of Tombo, a tadpole who learns important lessons about respect and kindness. Suitable for ages 5-8, it gently addresses social values without intense conflict, making it a great choice for young readers. The story includes a positive message about personal growth and empathy.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Bullying Respect & Forgiveness
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
1
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
ISBN
9781575375168
Pages
48
Publisher
Advance Publishing
Published
April 1, 2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Social IssuesValuesSocial SituationsAudio: Juvenile