Miss Mary Mack, a Hand-Clapping Ryhme

Mary Ann Hoberman

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Miss Mary Mack, a Hand-Clapping Ryhme

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Hand-clapping Rhyme

by Mary Ann Hoberman

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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

Miss Mary Mack claps her hands in rhythm, faster and faster with every beat! Suddenly, an elephant joins the game, making the clapping trickier than ever. Can Mary keep up with the wild new rhythm?

Themes

Humor & EntertainmentLimericks & Humorous Verse

Quick Assessment

This playful adaptation of the classic hand-clapping rhyme features a young girl and an elephant, combining rhythmic verse with interactive hand-clapping actions. Designed for early readers aged 5 to 8, it encourages motor skills and musicality while delivering humor and entertainment. The book includes musical notes and clear directions to guide children through the fun clapping patterns.

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: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
2
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
0439133327
Pages
32
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
1998
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Humor & EntertainmentHumorLimericks & Humorous Verse