What reading level is Staying Afloat?

Staying Afloat by Nellie Wilder is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Staying Afloat appropriate for?

Staying Afloat is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7C (Clear).

What genre is Staying Afloat?

Staying Afloat is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Staying Afloat have any content warnings?

Staying Afloat has a HootRating of 7C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Staying Afloat?

Staying Afloat by Nellie Wilder is 23 pages.

Staying Afloat

Nellie Wilder

Staying Afloat

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Nellie Wilder

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

Have you ever wondered why some things float while others sink? Imagine dipping toys and objects into water to see which ones stay afloat. What secrets will you discover about water and buoyancy?

Themes

Science & NatureSTEAMEarly LearningEngineering

Quick Assessment

Staying Afloat introduces young readers to the science of buoyancy through engaging, real-world examples. Designed for ages 5-8 and aligned with STEAM learning, this book includes a hands-on activity that guides children through the engineering design process. It supports early reading skills while fostering curiosity about water and basic physics.