The gingerbread man is missing!
Laura Murray
The gingerbread man is missing!
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Laura Murray
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
When the class rushes outside for recess, their clever Gingerbread Man sets off on an exciting quest to catch up with them. With quick moves and help from friendly school staff, he races through the halls, determined to never be left behind again. This playful rhyming story brings a classic character to life in a fun school adventure perfect for early readers.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 2-3 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
9/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant 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
- 9780399250521
- Pages
- 33
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2010
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 924
- Lexile
- 580L
- Read-Aloud
- ~6 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy