Let's Talk About Throwing Tantrums
Joy Berry
Let's Talk About Throwing Tantrums
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Joy Berry
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
Here's a little secret: sometimes, even the calmest kids throw tantrums, and dogs might understand more than you think. Discover what really causes those big feelings to explode—and why it’s okay to feel angry sometimes, but that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader gently explores the reasons behind childhood tantrums and the emotions involved, making it suitable for children ages 5 to 8. Through relatable scenarios and the inclusion of animals, it helps young readers understand and manage their feelings. The book addresses anger and emotional expression in a child-friendly way without intense conflict.
Why we rated Let's Talk About Throwing Tantrums 7C
Let's Talk About Throwing Tantrums is written at a Level 2 reading level across 32 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Let's Talk About Throwing Tantrums works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Let's Talk About Throwing Tantrums as 7C ("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.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Anger, Emotions.
Thematically, Let's Talk About Throwing Tantrums explores animals - dogs, anger, emotions, friendship, and juvenile literature — 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 animals - dogs, anger, emotions.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Content Flags
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
- 9780516026855
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Children's Press(CT)
- Published
- April 1984
- Type
- Fiction