Solomon Sneezes (Growing Tree)

Marilyn Singer

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Solomon Sneezes (Growing Tree)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marilyn Singer

Illustrated by Brian Floca

Reading Level 1-2 6LP Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 1st 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

Solomon's sneeze bursts out suddenly, shaking everything around him—what will happen next? His little dog barks and the flowers start to wobble as the sneeze keeps rolling on. Can Solomon stop the sneeze before it causes even more trouble?

Themes

HumorFriendshipRespirationPicture Books

Quick Assessment

This humorous picture book uses playful verse and limericks to explore the funny chaos caused by a sudden sneeze. Designed for early readers aged 5 to 8, it combines engaging illustrations with simple text to make reading enjoyable while subtly introducing the theme of respiration. The story is lighthearted and appropriate for young children, with no concerning content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

6LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
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

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

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Details

Book Length

24 pages
ISBN
9780694017485
Pages
24
Publisher
HarperFestival
Published
September 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Humorous Verse, Doggerel, Limericks, EtcRespirationPicturebooksSneezingHumorous StoriesStories in RhymeBehavior