What reading level is Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack?

Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack by William Joyce is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack appropriate for?

Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack?

Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack have any content warnings?

Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack?

Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack by William Joyce is 56 pages.

Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack

William Joyce

Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

with audio recording

by William Joyce

Reading Level 3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: the king's pinky finger has started to smell really stinky! Only a small boy named Jack and his tiny pea friend have the courage to discover why the kingdom is running out of water. But that's only the beginning of their giant adventure!

Themes

Children's fictionFairy talesAdventure FriendshipProblem-solving

Quick Assessment

This playful fractured fairy tale by William Joyce offers a fresh and imaginative twist on the classic Jack and the Beanstalk story, perfect for early readers ages 5 to 8. The story emphasizes themes of courage, problem-solving, and the idea that size doesn't determine one's ability to make a big difference. Parents can expect gentle humor and light fantasy with no concerning content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle

Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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.

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Details

Book Length

56 pages

ISBN: 9781442473508
Pages: 56
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2014
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Fairy TalesBeansWizardsMagicCharacters and Characteristics in LiteratureAdventure StoriesPersonnages Dans La LittératureRomansRoman D'aventuresSécheressesRomans, Nouvelles, Etc. Pour La JeunesseHaricotsRois Et SouverainsSorciers