Throw your tooth on the roof

Selby B. Beeler

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Throw your tooth on the roof

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Tooth Traditions from Around the World

by Selby B. Beeler

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

Discover fun and fascinating customs from different countries about what kids do when they lose a tooth. From tossing it on the roof to other unique rituals, this book shares magical traditions that celebrate growing up. Perfect for young readers curious about cultures around the world!

Themes

FolkloreCultural TraditionsGrowing Up

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: high

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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
4
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

36 pages
2,780 words
19m read-aloud
ISBN
0618152385
Pages
36
Publisher
Clarion Books
Published
1998
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
2,780
Lexile
540L
Read-Aloud
~19 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

TeethFolklore