What reading level is By the Light of the Moon?

By the Light of the Moon by Gina Erickson is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is By the Light of the Moon appropriate for?

By the Light of the Moon is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is By the Light of the Moon?

By the Light of the Moon is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does By the Light of the Moon have any content warnings?

By the Light of the Moon 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 By the Light of the Moon?

By the Light of the Moon by Gina Erickson is 28 pages.

By the Light of the Moon

Gina Erickson

By the Light of the Moon

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gina Erickson

Illustrated by Kerri Gifford

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 moon isn’t just a light in the sky—it’s a magical guide that changes the world at night! Watch as animals and plants come alive under its glow, revealing secrets you never knew. Discover why the moon’s magic matters to everyone, everywhere.

Themes

Nature & the Natural WorldBeginner ReadersJuvenile FictionChildren's Fiction

Quick Assessment

This beautifully illustrated early reader explores the natural world through the gentle illumination of the moon. Suitable for ages 5-8, it introduces young children to nocturnal animals and nature’s nighttime rhythms with simple text and engaging visuals. The story encourages curiosity about the environment while supporting beginner reading skills.