What reading level is The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape)?

The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape) by David Melling is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape) appropriate for?

The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape) is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape)?

The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape) is fiction — Children's stories.

Does The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape) have any content warnings?

The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape) has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape)?

The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape) by David Melling is 32 pages.

The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape)

David Melling

The Kiss That Missed (Book & Tape)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by David Melling

Illustrated by David Melling

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

Have you ever missed something so important it changed everything? Imagine a brave little knight whose kiss misses the princess and lands somewhere unexpected. What will happen next when the magic doesn’t go as planned?

Themes

FictionPicture booksHumor Family

Quick Assessment

This charming picture book tells the story of a young knight whose kiss meant to wake a princess goes hilariously awry. Perfect for early readers aged 5 to 8, it combines gentle humor with bright illustrations to support emerging literacy skills. The story is lighthearted and suitable for bedtime reading with no concerning content.