American fairy tales

Neil Philip

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American fairy tales

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

From Rip Van Winkle to the Rootabaga Stories

by Neil Philip

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if the stories you thought you knew could take you on a wild ride through America’s past? Imagine meeting heroes, tricksters, and magical creatures who helped shape the land’s early days. But can you uncover the secrets behind these timeless tales before they vanish into history?

Themes

Fairy talesAmerican folkloreChildren's storiesAdventureCultural heritage

Quick Assessment

American Fairy Tales by Neil Philip offers a vibrant collection of classic and lesser-known stories that capture the spirit of early America. Suitable for ages 9-12, this book introduces children to the country’s rich folklore through engaging narratives that emphasize independence and cultural heritage. The stories are appropriate for middle-grade readers and provide a wonderful opportunity to explore American storytelling traditions.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

160 pages
ISBN
9780786821716
Pages
160
Publisher
Hyperion Books for Children
Published
1996
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fairy TalesUnited StatesChildren's Stories, AmericanShort Stories