What reading level is Blackie Crow?

Blackie Crow by Dave Sargent is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Blackie Crow appropriate for?

Blackie Crow is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Blackie Crow?

Blackie Crow is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Blackie Crow have any content warnings?

Blackie Crow 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 Blackie Crow?

Blackie Crow by Dave Sargent is 42 pages.

Blackie Crow

Dave Sargent

Blackie Crow

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Tell the Truth

by Dave Sargent

Illustrated by Jane Lenoir

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

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

The sharp caw of Blackie Crow cuts through the crisp morning air as he spots trouble on the farm. A big bull named Satan is tangled in a fib that could ruin Farmer John’s big family reunion. Can Blackie’s clever words save the day and teach a valuable lesson about honesty?

Themes

Animals - BirdsFamilyHonestyEarly ReadersJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

This early chapter book combines a charming fictional story with educational nonfiction about crows, making it ideal for young readers aged 5 to 8. The narrative focuses on themes of honesty and consequences, teaching children the importance of telling the truth in a gentle, approachable way. Parents can expect age-appropriate content with positive moral lessons and animal themes.