The Great Royal Race with CD Read-Along (Another Sommer-Time Story)

Carl Sommer

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The Great Royal Race with CD Read-Along (Another Sommer-Time Story)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carl Sommer

Illustrated by Dick Westbrook

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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

Princess Elizabeth stands at the starting line, her three suitors ready to prove themselves. Simon flashes a confident smile, Thomas flexes his muscles, but John quietly helps an old man stuck in the mud. Who will win the Great Royal Race—and win Elizabeth’s heart?

Themes

PerseveranceCaringTrustworthinessRoyaltySocial ValuesFriendship

Quick Assessment

This early reader story follows Princess Elizabeth as she evaluates three suitors through a royal race designed to reveal their true character. With themes of perseverance, caring, and trustworthiness, the book offers a gentle lesson on the importance of inner qualities over appearances. Suitable for children ages 5-8, it contains no content concerns and emphasizes positive social values.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
ISBN
9781575377087
Pages
48
Publisher
Advance Publishing
Published
September 1, 1997
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Social IssuesValuesSocial SituationsRoyalty