Belling the Cat
Eric Blair
Belling the Cat
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Retelling of Aesop's Fable
by Eric Blair
Illustrated by Diane Silverman
Read-it! Readers Fables
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
A group of clever mice face a challenge when a silent cat threatens their safety. They must come up with a smart plan to protect themselves from the sneaky predator. Will their idea be brave enough to keep them safe?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 2-3 book with gentle content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781404803213
- Pages
- 24
- Publisher
- Capstone
- Published
- March 2004
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 263
- Read-Aloud
- ~2 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy