What reading level is The Kite Race?

The Kite Race by Michele Sobel Spirn is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The Kite Race appropriate for?

The Kite Race is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is The Kite Race?

The Kite Race is fiction — Fathers and sons.

Does The Kite Race have any content warnings?

The Kite Race 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 Kite Race?

The Kite Race by Michele Sobel Spirn is 32 pages.

The Kite Race

Michele Sobel Spirn

The Kite Race

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Michele Sobel Spirn

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

Here's a secret: Don's kite isn't just any kite—it's built with special tricks he learned from his dad. When Tim needs help, Don shares those secrets so they can both fly high in the big kite race. But that's only the beginning of their adventure!

Themes

Sports & RecreationFriendshipTeamworkFamily

Quick Assessment

This early reader story follows Don as he applies kite-making skills learned from his father to help his friend Tim. Perfect for ages 5-8, the book highlights themes of friendship, teamwork, and perseverance with gentle conflict suitable for young readers.