The Right Word

Jen Bryant

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The Right Word

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Roget and His Thesaurus

by Jen Bryant

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

A quiet boy named Peter Mark Roget finds comfort in books and starts making lists of words to capture his thoughts perfectly. His passion for organizing ideas helps him create something special that people use even today to find just the right word. This gentle story celebrates the magic of words and the joy of discovery.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

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

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
3
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

1,227 words
8m read-aloud
ISBN
9780802853851
Publisher
Eerdman
Published
2014
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,227
Read-Aloud
~8 min

Genres

Lexicographers

Subjects

LexicographersLinguistsPhilologistsGreat Britain, BiographyEnglish LanguageSynonyms and AntonymsEnglish Language, Synonyms and AntonymsAward:Sibert_awardLexile:590Lexile_range:501-600Age:min:7Age:max:13