Tim to the rescue

Edward Ardizzone

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Tim to the rescue

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Edward Ardizzone

Little Tim

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read Page-Turner

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

When a fierce storm hits, Tim bravely leaps into action to rescue the ship's mischievous first mate and the frightened ship's cat. His quick thinking and courage turn a wild sea adventure into a tale of heroism and friendship. Young readers will delight in the excitement and heartwarming moments aboard the ship.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

9/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

56 pages
2,276 words
15m read-aloud
ISBN
0688176798
Pages
56
Publisher
Lothrop, Lee & Shepard Books
Published
2000
Type
Fiction
Word Count
2,276
Read-Aloud
~15 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

Sea StoriesSailingAdventure and AdventurersTimStorms