Lost in the Storm
Carol Carrick
Lost in the Storm
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Carol Carrick
Illustrated by Donald Carrick
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
Have you ever lost something very special during a scary storm? Christopher waits through a long, noisy night as wind and rain swirl outside. Will he find his dog when morning comes?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This gentle fiction story follows Christopher, a young boy who loses his dog during a storm and must wait patiently through the night before searching for him. Aimed at early readers ages 5 to 8, the book explores themes of patience, worry, and hope in a reassuring way. The content is appropriate for young children and contains no intense or distressing scenes.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7LE — Light — EmotionalNo 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
- 9780899194936
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
- Published
- March 23, 1987
- Type
- Fiction