My Dad Develops Software
Rachael Morlock
My Dad Develops Software
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Careers in Computers
by Rachael Morlock
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
The gentle hum of the computer fills the room as colorful code dances across the screen. Imagine stepping into a day with Dad, where clicking keys create magic and ideas turn into games and apps. It’s a journey of discovery that shows how fun and exciting building software can be.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This fiction picture book introduces early readers to the world of computer science through the eyes of a child visiting their software engineer dad at work. It uses simple language and bright illustrations to make the concept of software development accessible and engaging for children aged 5-8. Parents will appreciate the educational components, including vocabulary and activities, that support early STEM learning in a relatable context.
Why we rated My Dad Develops Software 7C
My Dad Develops Software is written at a Level 2 reading level across 28 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, My Dad Develops Software works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate My Dad Develops Software as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, My Dad Develops Software explores careers, computers & digital media, family, and education — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about careers, computers & digital media, family.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
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
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781538324165
- Pages
- 28
- Publisher
- The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
- Published
- 2017-12-15
- Type
- Fiction