Please

Ruth Shannon Odor

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Please

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ruth Shannon Odor

Reading Level 2 7C 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

Here’s a little secret: saying 'please' can make the world a happier place. Imagine all the smiles and kindness that can start with just one small word—but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Etiquette for children and teenagersBehaviorFriendshipFamily

Quick Assessment

This gentle fiction book encourages young children to appreciate the power of polite words, especially 'please,' to foster kindness and positive behavior. Suitable for early readers aged 5 to 8, it promotes social skills and good manners in an accessible way without any challenging content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — 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

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
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9780895651150
Pages
32
Publisher
Child's World
Published
1980
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Etiquette for Children and TeenagersBehavior