Longest Kick (Read-to-Me)
Elayne Reiss-Weimann
Longest Kick (Read-to-Me)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Elayne Reiss-Weimann
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
What would you do if your whole town was under water? Mr. K faces a tricky challenge when Letter People Land floods, and he has only footballs to send messages for help. Will his kicks reach Klanksville in time?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader book follows Mr. K as he creatively tries to get help for his flooded town by kicking footballs with messages across the water. Suitable for children ages 5-8, it promotes themes of helpfulness and problem-solving through engaging fiction. The story contains no intense content and is appropriate for young readers beginning to explore independent reading.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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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
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780897969901
- Pages
- 30
- Publisher
- Letter People
- Published
- January 1990
- Type
- Fiction