This is the sea that feeds us

Robert F. Baldwin

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This is the sea that feeds us

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert F. Baldwin

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Dive into a rhythmic adventure where every creature in the ocean depends on another, from the smallest plankton to a family enjoying a meal. This lively rhyme reveals the amazing connections beneath the waves that keep the sea alive and thriving. Perfect for young readers curious about the wonders of marine life and how nature’s food chain works.

Themes

Science & NatureEcologyMarine EcologyFriendship

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 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

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

34 pages
665 words
4m read-aloud
ISBN
9781883220709
Pages
34
Publisher
Dawn Publications (CA)
Published
1998
Type
Fiction
Word Count
665
Read-Aloud
~4 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

Food ChainsMarine EcologyEcologyStories in Rhyme