What reading level is An elephant in the garden?

An elephant in the garden by Michael Morpurgo is at a Level 5-6 reading level (Lexile 890L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is An elephant in the garden appropriate for?

An elephant in the garden is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: War & Conflict, Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief.

What genre is An elephant in the garden?

An elephant in the garden is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does An elephant in the garden have any content warnings?

An elephant in the garden has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: War & Conflict, Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is An elephant in the garden?

An elephant in the garden by Michael Morpurgo is 199 pages (approximately 36,073 words).

An elephant in the garden

Michael Morpurgo

An elephant in the garden

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Inspired by a True Story

by Michael Morpurgo

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

During the chaos of World War II, Lizzie and Karl's family hides a young elephant named Marlene in their garden to protect her from the dangers of war. As they embark on a perilous journey to escape the bombed city, their courage and compassion are tested, especially with an elephant in tow. Along the way, unexpected friendships and acts of bravery reveal the power of kindness in the darkest times.

Themes

Family HistoricalWar & ConflictFriendshipAnimalsSurvival

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include war & conflict, physical danger, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.