Because of the Rabbit
Cynthia Lord
Because of the Rabbit
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Cynthia Lord
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
Emma joins her game warden dad on a usual rescue mission, expecting to free a wild rabbit caught in a fence. Instead, they discover a tiny bunny in need of help, and Emma persuades her father to let her care for it overnight. This heartwarming tale explores kindness and unexpected friendships.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780545914246
- Pages
- 192
- Publisher
- Scholastic Press
- Published
- Mar 26, 2019
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 29,522
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 17m
- Text Density
- Standard