Lions, Tigers, and Big, Bad Bears

Joe T. Frisco

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Lions, Tigers, and Big, Bad Bears

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Joe T. Frisco

Reading Level 3 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Matched

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if your family changed in ways you never expected? Imagine your mom and dad living apart, and weekends filled with exciting trips to watch horses race. But what happens when you have to leave one home to live with the other? The adventure is just beginning.

Themes

FamilyComing of AgeAnimals Fiction

Quick Assessment

This autobiographical story follows a young boy living through his parents' divorce and adjusting to life with his father in 1940s Queens, New York. Suitable for early readers ages 5-8, it touches on themes of family change and resilience. The narrative gently explores family dynamics without intense conflict, making it appropriate for young children.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Divorce & Family Change
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

96 pages
ISBN
9780789484918
Pages
96
Publisher
Xlibris Corporation
Published
March 2002
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Animals_fiction