One Day in the Prairie (Trophy Chapter Book)

Jean Craighead George

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One Day in the Prairie (Trophy Chapter Book)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jean Craighead George

Illustrated by Bob Marstall

Reading Level 3 Unrated Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Henry Rush is spending the day at the Prairie Wildlife Refuge, determined to photograph a prairie dog doing a back flip. But while he whatches and waites at the edge of prairie dog town, he fails to notice the electricity humming through the air. Or the buffalo aniously pawing the ground. Or the purple-blue cloud building over the prairie grass. A tornado is forming to the west . And when the dark funnel touches down, it will wipe out everything in it's path...

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

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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
Theme Richness
1
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
4

Details

Book Length

64 pages
ISBN
9780064420396
Pages
64
Publisher
Harper Collins
Published
April 30, 1996
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Science & NatureEnvironmental Science & EcosystemsEarth SciencesTornadoesPrairie AnimalsPrairie EcologyPrairiesNatural HistoryAnimalsAnimals, Habitations