Swimming with Dolphins

Lambert Davis

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Swimming with Dolphins

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lambert Davis

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 salty breeze tickles your nose, and the gentle splash of waves whispers secrets along the shore. A girl and her mother wait breathlessly as dolphins slice through the shimmering water, their sleek bodies dancing just beyond the surf. The magic of swimming alongside these playful creatures fills the heart with joy and wonder that lingers long after the sun sets.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows a young girl and her mother as they share a memorable day swimming with dolphins at the beach. The story blends engaging narrative with educational facts about dolphins and their interactions with humans, making it suitable for children ages 9 to 12. It offers a warm exploration of nature, family bonding, and marine life without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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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
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Details

ISBN
9780439760270
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
2005
Type
Fiction

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