That Toad is Mine!

Barbara Shook Hazen

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That Toad is Mine!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Barbara Shook Hazen

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

Who gets to keep the little toad that just hopped into their lives? John and his best friend share everything — toys, bikes, even candy bars — but now, they both want the toad all to themselves. Can their friendship survive this tricky test of sharing?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This charming early reader story explores the challenges of sharing and friendship through the tale of two best friends who both want to keep the same toad. Suitable for ages 5-8, it offers a gentle, humorous look at how children navigate conflicts over possessions. The book supports social-emotional learning about cooperation and respect.

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
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

24 pages
ISBN
9780439079723
Pages
24
Publisher
Festival
Published
1999
Type
Fiction

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