What reading level is Sun, Moon & Tides?

Sun, Moon & Tides by Gerald Jenkins is at a Level 5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Sun, Moon & Tides appropriate for?

Sun, Moon & Tides is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

Does Sun, Moon & Tides have any content warnings?

Sun, Moon & Tides has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Sun, Moon & Tides

Gerald Jenkins

Sun, Moon & Tides

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Collection of Working Models to Cut Out and Glue Toget

by Gerald Jenkins

Reading Level 5 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

The Sun blazes overhead as a model spins slowly, tracing its path across the sky. The Moon rises silently, revealing secrets hidden in its craters and seas. Suddenly, you realize—why does part of the Moon never show itself to us? The answer is closer than you think...

Themes

Science & NatureEducationAstronomyNonfiction

Quick Assessment

This engaging middle-grade book combines detailed models and clear explanations to explore the relationships between the Sun, Moon, and tides. It covers phenomena like the changing length of days, lunar geography, and tidal forces, making complex science accessible for ages 9 to 12. The book includes a minibook with additional facts and is free of any content concerns, perfect for educational use.