Costumes for nursery tale characters
Jean Greenhowe
Costumes for nursery tale characters
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jean Greenhowe
The text is written at a 3rd 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 scissors snip and the fabric flies as the costume takes shape right before your eyes. You can almost hear Cinderella’s glass slipper tapping or Robin Hood’s arrow whizzing by. But wait—what magical surprise is hiding in the next stitch?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book provides clear, illustrated instructions for making costumes inspired by classic fairy tale characters like Robin Hood and Cinderella. Designed for early readers ages 5-8, it encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and imaginative play through sewing and crafting. The content is age-appropriate with no sensitive material.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0823801993
- Pages
- 87
- Publisher
- Plays
- Published
- 1976
- Type
- Fiction