Oh, Why Do I Have to Be So Sticky?
Kenneth Trimber
Oh, Why Do I Have to Be So Sticky?
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Kenneth Trimber
Illustrated by Nicole Ann Girimonti
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 crackle of sticky fingers clinging to everything—buttons, toys, even the family cat! Doris Jean can’t stop things from sticking to her, and it makes every day feel like a sticky challenge. Sometimes being different feels tricky, but it also leads to surprising adventures.
Quick Assessment
This early reader book follows Doris Jean, a young girl who discovers that everything she touches sticks to her. Suitable for ages 5-8, it gently explores themes of difference and family support with light humor and relatable challenges. Parents should know it’s a fun, imaginative story with mild conflict appropriate for early readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A 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
- 9781412059565
- Pages
- 20
- Publisher
- Trafford
- Published
- June 5, 2005
- Type
- Fiction