Telling Time

Jules Older

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Telling Time

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jules Older

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

Tick-tock, tick-tock — the gentle chime of a cuckoo clock fills the room, while colorful clocks with bells, boats, and swirling hands invite you to explore. Every page buzzes with the fun sounds and sights of time ticking by. Learning to tell time becomes a joyful adventure you can almost hear and feel.

Themes

Children: PreschoolEducationLearningFamily

Quick Assessment

Telling Time introduces early readers to the concept of time through engaging and playful lessons that go beyond just reading clock hands. With a variety of imaginative digital and analog clocks illustrated by Megan Halsey, this book makes learning to tell time accessible and enjoyable for children ages 5 to 8. It supports foundational math skills while keeping the experience lighthearted and relatable.

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

1/10

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

35 pages
ISBN
9781559230605
Pages
35
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Published
June 1990
Type
Fiction

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