The lost and found puppy

Mary Jane Flynn

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The lost and found puppy

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Jane Flynn

Reading Level 1-2 6LE Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 1st grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

This isn’t just any puppy—he’s a brave little dog who leaves the lonely country road to find a new family in the big city. His journey shows how even the smallest hearts can find the biggest homes, and that matters more than anything.

Themes

DogsHomelessnessStories in rhymeFamilyFriendship

Quick Assessment

This gentle story follows an abandoned puppy’s journey from a deserted country road to a loving home in the city. Told in rhyme and suitable for early readers aged 5-8, it touches on themes of homelessness and kindness without any distressing details, making it a comforting read for young children.

For Parents

Content Intensity

6LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
1
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

52 pages
ISBN
0962307262
Pages
52
Publisher
Storytellers Ink
Published
1991
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

DogsHomelessnessStories in RhymePuppiesAnimal Welfare