What reading level is Clifford the big red dog?

Clifford the big red dog by Josephine Page is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Clifford the big red dog appropriate for?

Clifford the big red dog is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7C (Clear).

What genre is Clifford the big red dog?

Clifford the big red dog is fiction — Autumn.

Does Clifford the big red dog have any content warnings?

Clifford the big red dog has a HootRating of 7C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Clifford the big red dog?

Clifford the big red dog by Josephine Page is 32 pages.

Clifford the big red dog

Josephine Page

Clifford the big red dog

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Big Leaf Pile

by Josephine Page

Reading Level 2 7C 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

Leaves fly everywhere as Cleo and Clifford leap into a giant pile! They giggle and scramble, trying to catch every leaf before T-Bone comes back. But what will happen if they don’t get them all?

Themes

DogsFriendshipResponsibilityPlay

Quick Assessment

This early reader follows Cleo and Clifford as they play in a pile of leaves, learning about teamwork and responsibility. The story is simple and engaging for children aged 5 to 8, with gentle humor and no content concerns. It’s a lighthearted tale perfect for beginning readers.