The Fright

Jean Ure

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The Fright

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jean Ure

Reading Level 3 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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

Catherine holds her breath as Suzanne suddenly shouts across the playground. The other kids stare, but something about Suzanne’s loud voice hides a secret. What’s really going on behind that bold attitude?

Quick Assessment

This early reader explores themes of friendship and vulnerability through the experiences of two very different girls, Catherine and Suzanne. Suitable for ages 5-8, it gently addresses social dynamics and the feelings of being different in a school setting. Parents should know it includes themes of shyness and social challenges but contains no intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Loneliness Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

64 pages
ISBN
9781852130879
Pages
64
Publisher
Orchard Books
Published
September 24, 1987
Type
Fiction