The blue stone

Richard Kennedy

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The blue stone

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Richard Kennedy

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd 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

There's a secret tucked inside a shiny blue stone that fell from the sky. A farmer and his wife discover its magic, but what they don’t know yet could change everything... and that's only the beginning.

Themes

Fairy talesFamilyMagicAdventure

Quick Assessment

This gentle fairy tale follows a farmer and his wife as they encounter a mysterious blue stone with magical powers. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8, the story explores themes of curiosity and responsibility in a simple, accessible way without intense conflict or mature content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

93 pages
ISBN
0823402835
Pages
93
Publisher
Holiday House
Published
1976
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fairy Tales