Big-Ears and the naughty trick
Enid Blyton
Big-Ears and the naughty trick
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Enid Blyton
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
Did you know Big-Ears is about to get tricked by some sneaky goblins? They’re up to mischief while he’s distracted, but Big-Ears has no idea what’s waiting for him on his bicycle. And that’s only the beginning of the fun and surprises!
Quick Assessment
This early reader story features Big-Ears encountering a playful prank by goblins while searching for bicycle polish. Suitable for ages 5-8, it offers lighthearted mischief with simple language and charming illustrations. Parents can expect a gentle tale with no intense content, perfect for young readers developing their skills.
Why we rated Big-Ears and the naughty trick 7C
Big-Ears and the naughty trick is written at a Level 2 reading level across 32 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Big-Ears and the naughty trick works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Big-Ears and the naughty trick as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Big-Ears and the naughty trick explores adventure, humor, fantasy world-building, and friendship — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, humor, fantasy world-building.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers looking for something heavier — this is a gentle, low-stakes story by design.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A 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
- 9780001720169
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Children's Books
- Published
- 1997
- Type
- Fiction