Working
Jean Claverie
Working
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jean Claverie
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
Work isn't just for grown-ups—it's a place full of surprises and adventures! When snow keeps school closed, a boy spends the day in his dad's office and finds out that work can be exciting and fun. Discover why a day at the office can change how you see the world.
Quick Assessment
This charming early reader explores the concept of work through the eyes of a young boy who spends a snowy day at his father's office. Suitable for children ages 5-8, the story introduces themes of family bonding and curiosity about adult responsibilities in a gentle, accessible way. There is no intense content, making it an ideal choice for young readers beginning to understand everyday life outside school.
Why we rated Working 7C
Working is written at a Level 2 reading level across 28 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Working works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Working 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, Working explores family, work, adventure, and juvenile fiction — 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 family, work, adventure.
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
2/10A 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
- 9780744504101
- Pages
- 28
- Publisher
- Published for J. Sainsbury by Walker Books
- Published
- 1985
- Type
- Fiction