What reading level is Atalanta's Race?

Atalanta's Race by Shirley Climo is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Atalanta's Race appropriate for?

Atalanta's Race is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Transformation.

What genre is Atalanta's Race?

Atalanta's Race is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Atalanta's Race have any content warnings?

Atalanta's Race has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Transformation. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Atalanta's Race?

Atalanta's Race by Shirley Climo is 31 pages.

Atalanta's Race

Shirley Climo

Atalanta's Race

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Greek Myth

by Shirley Climo

Illustrated by Alexander Koshkin

Reading Level 2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Atalanta dashes through the forest, her heart pounding as the finish line races toward her. Suddenly, her rival Melanion throws a golden apple that glitters in the sunlight—what will happen next? The crowd holds its breath, but the story isn't over yet.

Themes

Legends, Myths, & Fables - Greek & RomanAdventure Family

Quick Assessment

This picture book retells the classic Greek myth of Atalanta, a princess raised by bears who challenges suitors to a race for her hand in marriage. Suitable for early readers ages 5-8, it introduces children to mythology with vivid storytelling and illustrations. Parents should note the story contains themes of rejection and transformation, consistent with mythological tales.