The doggone dog
Diana G. Gallagher
The doggone dog
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Diana G. Gallagher
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Kyle and Mia discover a stray dog and set out on an adventure to find where it belongs. Along the way, they encounter different animals and face unexpected challenges that test their kindness and courage. Their journey teaches them about caring for animals and the meaning of responsibility.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include animal dies, a dog dies, dead animal. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781404875029
- Pages
- 77
- Publisher
- Capstone
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 6,421
- Read-Aloud
- ~43 min
- Text Density
- Light Text