Lost and found

Jim LaMarche

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Lost and found

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jim LaMarche

Reading Level 2-3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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

Explore three heartfelt tales about getting lost and the special dogs that guide the way back home. These stories celebrate friendship, discovery, and the comforting bond between children and their loyal companions. Perfect for young readers who enjoy adventures with furry friends.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 2-3 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

49 pages
876 words
6m read-aloud
ISBN
9780811864015
Pages
49
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Published
2009
Type
Fiction
Word Count
876
Lexile
480L
Read-Aloud
~6 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

Children's Stories, AmericanDogsLost ChildrenLost and Found PossessionsShort StoriesMissing ChildrenMissing Persons