Mad about swimming

Judith Heneghan

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Mad about swimming

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Swimming

by Judith Heneghan

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

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

Here's a secret: swimming isn't just about splashing around—it's a whole world of exciting strokes, speedy races, and underwater adventures. Imagine diving into water polo, exploring with snorkels, or even scuba diving beneath the waves—but that's only the beginning.

Themes

SportsAdventureJuvenile literature

Quick Assessment

This early reader introduces young children to various swimming techniques and aquatic sports, encouraging physical activity and water confidence. Suitable for ages 5-8, it combines simple language with engaging content about swimming, competitive clubs, and water-based activities like snorkeling and scuba diving.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9780750282710
Pages
32
Publisher
Wayland
Published
2014
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Swimming