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Things That Go (STICKER ACTIVITY BOOKS)

DK Publishing

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Things That Go (STICKER ACTIVITY BOOKS)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by DK Publishing

Reading Level 2 7C 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

This book proves that learning about things that go can be super fun and hands-on! With colorful stickers and cool puzzles, every page turns into an exciting adventure in science and transportation. Discover how stickers can teach you about engines, wheels, and more — and why understanding these things matters in your everyday world!

Themes

Science & NatureTransportationGames & ActivitiesEarly Learning

Quick Assessment

This sticker activity book combines vibrant, realistic images with engaging puzzles to help early readers grasp basic concepts about transportation and technology. Designed for children ages 5 to 8, it encourages hands-on learning through interactive stickers that reinforce science and technology themes. The content is age-appropriate, focusing on general knowledge without any challenging or sensitive topics.

Why we rated Things That Go (STICKER ACTIVITY BOOKS) 7C

Things That Go (STICKER ACTIVITY BOOKS) is written at a Level 2 reading level across 16 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Things That Go (STICKER ACTIVITY BOOKS) works for readers up to grade 4.0.

We rate Things That Go (STICKER ACTIVITY BOOKS) as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.

Thematically, Things That Go (STICKER ACTIVITY BOOKS) explores science & nature, transportation, games & activities, and early learning — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
  • Kids drawn to stories about science & nature, transportation, games & activities.
  • Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.

Maybe not for

  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

16 pages
ISBN
9781564585233
Pages
16
Publisher
DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published
March 15, 1994
Type
Nonfiction

Subjects

Games & ActivitiesScience & TechnologyTransportationTechnology