Too much Noise

Ann McGovern

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Too much Noise

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann McGovern

Reading Level 3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd 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 clatter and chatter fill the air, making Old Peter's ears buzz and his patience thin. Every corner of the house seems to hum with noisy chaos, until a quiet thought leads him to the village wiseman. What secret will calm the storm of sounds swirling all around?

Themes

FamilyProblem-SolvingPatience

Quick Assessment

This gentle fiction story follows Old Peter as he navigates the noisy distractions in his home and seeks wisdom from the village wiseman to find peace. Suitable for early readers aged 5 to 8, it explores themes of patience and problem-solving in a relatable way. The book contains no intense content and is ideal for young children learning to manage emotions and environment.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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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
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

54 pages
ISBN
9780590607230
Pages
54
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published
1983
Type
Fiction

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