Little Walrus warning

Young, Carol

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Little Walrus warning

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Young, Carol

Smithsonian Oceanic Collection

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 4th 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

A young walrus and his mother set off on a long journey to the chilly Chukchi Sea. When a hungry polar bear shows up, Little Walrus must find a way to alert the herd before it's too late. Join the adventure as bravery and quick thinking help keep everyone safe!

Themes

AdventureFamilyAnimalsNature

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

31 pages
777 words
5m read-aloud
ISBN
1568992718
Pages
31
Publisher
Soundprints
Published
1996
Type
Fiction
Word Count
777
Read-Aloud
~5 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Walrus

Subjects

WalrusWalrusesLiterature and FictionLiterature and Fiction, Women Authors