Age rating and parents' guide:I like to read!
by Letta Machoga
Ages 2–6
I like to read! by Letta Machoga is best for children aged 2–6. It has no violence, nothing scary, no romance and no bad language.
A young boy loves books and searches his house looking for someone to read to. His baby sister is fast asleep in her crib, his mother and grandmother are occupied in the kitchen, and his father and grandfather are hard at work fixing the car. Realizing everyone has their hands full, he finds a cozy spot on his own bed and discovers the simple joy of reading independently.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- None
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Picture book
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