The city kid's field guide
Ethan Herberman
The city kid's field guide
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Ethan Herberman
The text is written at a 6th 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
Discover the surprising animals that share city life with you, from hidden backyard creatures to park visitors and those living on the edge of town. This guide helps young explorers identify and learn about the fascinating wildlife thriving in urban spaces all around them. Get ready to see your city in a whole new way through the eyes of its wild neighbors!
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with gentle content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0671677497
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
- Published
- 1989
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 12,198
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 21m
- Text Density
- Dense