Schoolyard games

Bobbie Kalman

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Schoolyard games

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Bobbie Kalman

Historic Communities

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover how children from long ago enjoyed playing games like tag, hopscotch, marbles, and more, many of which are still favorites today. Bright pictures bring to life these fun activities and show how play has connected kids across time. Join in the excitement of outdoor games that have been loved for generations!

Themes

GamesOutdoor gamesHistoryFriendshipChildhood

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
5,542 words
37m read-aloud
ISBN
086505441X
Pages
32
Publisher
New York ; St. Catharines, Ont. : Crabtree Publishing Company
Published
2001
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
5,542
Read-Aloud
~37 min
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

JeuxOutdoor GamesGamesHistoireHobbies, Quizzes & GamesSocial HistorySocial ScienceCustoms, Traditions, AnthropologyNorth AmericaUSAUnited States/19th CenturySchool & EducationGames & Activities19th CenturyEducation

Places

North America