The Great Divide

Dayle Ann Dodds

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The Great Divide

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Mathematical Marathon

by Dayle Ann Dodds

Illustrated by Tracy Mitchell

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

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

What if a race could teach you math? Imagine eighty racers zooming forward, only to face a giant canyon that splits them in half! How many will be left to finish when dangers keep dividing the group again and again?

Themes

Science & NatureMathematicsAdventure

Quick Assessment

This early reader book uses an exciting cross-country race to introduce the concept of division in a fun and engaging way. Suitable for ages 5-8, it combines adventure with basic math skills, making learning enjoyable without any intense content. Parents can expect a story that reinforces numerical concepts through an imaginative and age-appropriate narrative.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — 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
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9780763615925
Pages
32
Publisher
National Geographic Books
Published
February 3, 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Science & TechnologyMathematicsDivisionRacingAction & AdventureConceptsCountingStories in RhymeCounting & NumbersKnights and KnighthoodPicture PuzzlesAdventure and Adventurers