Shark in the Park (Easy Words to Read)

Phil Roxbee Cox

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Shark in the Park (Easy Words to Read)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Phil Roxbee Cox

Illustrated by Stephen Cartwright

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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

Ben looks up and spots something scary — is that a shark in the park? He runs faster, heart pounding, but what could it really be? The answer is hiding just around the corner...

Themes

Early LiteracyPhonicsAdventureInteractive Reading

Quick Assessment

This book is designed for early readers aged 5 to 8, featuring simple phonics-based text to support reading development. Interactive fold-out flaps encourage children to predict what happens next, making reading engaging and fun. It includes a phonic breakdown to aid parents and educators in guiding young readers through the story.

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

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
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

16 pages
ISBN
9780746047316
Pages
16
Publisher
Usborne Publishing Ltd
Published
July 26, 2002
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

English Language Early Readers