Caillou the Phone Call (Clubhouse)

Marilyn Pleau-Murissi

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Caillou the Phone Call (Clubhouse)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marilyn Pleau-Murissi

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

The soft buzz of Mommy's phone fills the room, making Caillou's world feel a little quieter. He watches as she talks and talks, and a strange feeling starts to grow inside him — like he's invisible. What will Caillou do when he feels left out on a busy day?

Themes

FamilyEmotions & FeelingsSocial Situations

Quick Assessment

This gentle story follows Caillou as he experiences feelings of loneliness and exclusion when his mother is preoccupied with phone calls. Aimed at children ages 9-12, it thoughtfully explores emotions related to family dynamics and social situations, making it a helpful tool for discussing feelings with young readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Loneliness Emotional
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613852074
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
September 2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FamilySocial IssuesEmotions & FeelingsSocial SituationsPicturebooks