What reading level is Bad Dad?

Bad Dad by David Walliams is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Bad Dad appropriate for?

Bad Dad is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is Bad Dad?

Bad Dad is fiction — Children's stories.

Does Bad Dad have any content warnings?

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

How many pages is Bad Dad?

Bad Dad by David Walliams is 421 pages (approximately 42,310 words).

Bad Dad

David Walliams

Bad Dad

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by David Walliams

Illustrated by Ross, Tony, illustrator

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

A father and son team up for a thrilling cops-and-robbers chase filled with laughs and heart. From riches to rags, their wild adventure pits them against the wicked Mr Big in a daring mission to free an innocent man. Packed with excitement and humor, this story celebrates the unique bond between dads and kids.