Words Alive!

Barry Wilsher

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Words Alive!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Poems To Perform, Pack Of 6

by Barry Wilsher

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

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

Here’s a secret: words can make your friends laugh, your teachers cry, and even surprise your parents! When words come alive through poetry, anything can happen—but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

EducationEnglish Language ArtsPoetryOral ReadingMulticultural

Quick Assessment

Words Alive! introduces young readers to the magic of poetry through engaging and diverse selections from various cultures and times. Written by experienced performers, this book encourages oral reading and helps develop language skills for children ages 5 to 8. It supports early literacy with accessible content and includes an audio cassette to enhance learning.

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

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
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

6 pages
ISBN
9780521648677
Pages
6
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Published
October 1, 1998
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

English Language ReadersEducationLanguage ArtsEnglishTeaching Methods & MaterialsReading