Kisses and fishes

Liesel Moak Skorpen

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Kisses and fishes

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Liesel Moak Skorpen

Reading Level 1-2 6LE 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

What would you do if your parents disappeared into the sea? Imagine being all alone, free to do anything—but feeling a little lost instead. Can a little girl find happiness without her family nearby?

Quick Assessment

This gentle fiction story explores a young girl's feelings after her parents vanish into the sea, highlighting themes of family connection and independence. Suitable for early readers ages 5-8, it sensitively addresses emotions related to loss and adjustment in a way young children can understand.

For Parents

Content Intensity

6LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
2
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
0060257164
Pages
32
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Published
1974
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Parent and Child