Tides
Lisa Bullard
Tides
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Lisa Bullard
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
The waves crash and pull back, pulling shells and seaweed with them. You stand at the shore, wondering why the ocean moves like this every day. Suddenly, you spot something unusual in the water—what could it be?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader book introduces children ages 5-8 to the science of tides through engaging photos, clear explanations, and helpful infographics. It blends factual information with captivating visuals to support early literacy and scientific curiosity. There is no intense content, making it an excellent choice for young learners interested in oceanography.
Why we rated Tides 7C
Tides is written at a Level 2 reading level across 35 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Tides works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Tides 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, Tides explores science & nature, oceanography, 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, oceanography, early learning.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781641852173
- Pages
- 35
- Publisher
- North Star Editions, Inc.
- Published
- 2018
- Type
- Fiction