One big wish

Jay Williams

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One big wish

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jay Williams

Reading Level 1-2 6C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 1st 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: Fred Butterspoon gets one big wish, and it might just change everything. But what happens when a wish is harder to handle than you think? That's only the beginning of Fred’s surprising adventure.

Quick Assessment

This early reader story follows Fred Butterspoon, a young character who receives a single wish that quickly becomes more complicated than expected. Suitable for ages 5-8, the book explores themes of wishes and decision-making in a simple, engaging way without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

6C — 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

2/10

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

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
0027930602
Pages
32
Publisher
Atheneum
Published
1980
Type
Fiction

Genres

Wishes

Subjects

Wishes