Child of the Moon
Jeanne Cotter
Child of the Moon
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jeanne Cotter
Illustrated by Chrysa Otto
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 soft glow of moonlight wraps around a curious child as gentle whispers of the night stir the air. Every step sparks wonder on a magical journey filled with secrets waiting to be uncovered. Feel the quiet magic that dances just beyond the trees, inviting you to explore what lies beneath the silver light.
Quick Assessment
Child of the Moon is a gentle, imaginative story perfect for early readers aged 5 to 8. It follows a curious child on a magical journey that encourages exploration and wonder without any intense or frightening content. The language and themes are accessible for young children, making it an excellent choice for introducing them to fiction with a touch of magic.
Why we rated Child of the Moon 7C
Child of the Moon is written at a Level 2 reading level across 48 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Child of the Moon works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Child of the Moon 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, Child of the Moon explores adventure, fantasy world-building, friendship, and coming of age — 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.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, fantasy world-building, friendship.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
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
2/10A 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
- 9780967298221
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Mythic Rain Pub
- Published
- October 2001
- Type
- Fiction