The storm

Marc Harshman

Cover of The storm

The storm

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marc Harshman

Reading Level 2 7LE Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if a fierce tornado suddenly swept across the farm? Imagine being in a wheelchair and having to protect the horses from the roaring storm all alone. Can Jonathan find the courage and strength to keep everyone safe?

Themes

Farm lifePeople with disabilitiesAdventureWeather

Quick Assessment

This early reader book tells the story of Jonathan, a boy who uses a wheelchair, as he bravely faces a tornado threatening his family's farm and animals. It explores themes of courage, farm life, and disability, suitable for ages 5 to 8. Parents should note the depiction of severe weather, but the story emphasizes resilience and heroism.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Light
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

34 pages
ISBN
9780590068611
Pages
34
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
1997
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Farm LifePeople With DisabilitiesTornadoes