Putting on a Play

Paul DuBois Jacobs, Jennifer Swender

Cover of Putting on a Play

Putting on a Play

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Drama Activities for Kids

by Paul DuBois Jacobs, Jennifer Swender

Reading Level 3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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

The rustle of paper and the smell of paint fill the room as you and your friends prepare for the big show. Bright costumes shimmer under the spotlight while everyone learns their lines and finds their places on stage. Feel the excitement build as the curtains are about to rise, and the magic of your very own play comes to life.

Themes

School & EducationFriendshipCreativityTeamworkDrama & Theater

Quick Assessment

This engaging book introduces young readers to the process of putting on a play, covering everything from scriptwriting and set design to costume creation and acting. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8, it encourages creativity, teamwork, and confidence through hands-on activities related to theater. The content is gentle and appropriate for young children, focusing on educational and artistic development.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

70 pages
ISBN
9780673777447
Pages
70
Publisher
Gibbs Smith
Published
March 1999
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

ElementarySchool & Education