Crassy the Crude Beastie
Ron Berry
Crassy the Crude Beastie
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Beastie Book about Good Manners
by Ron Berry
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 ground rumbles with every heavy thump as Crassy the Crude Beastie stomps through the forest, leaving a trail of crushed leaves and broken branches. His rough, gruff growl echoes through the trees, but beneath his fierce roar lies a heart that longs to be understood. Can anyone see past his tough exterior to the friend inside?
Quick Assessment
Crassy the Crude Beastie is a charming fiction book for early readers aged 5 to 8, featuring a story about a misunderstood creature who seems rough but has a kind heart. The book uses vivid sensory language to engage young children and explores themes of empathy and friendship. It is suitable for children in early elementary grades with no concerning content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo 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
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781883761035
- Pages
- 46
- Publisher
- Family Life Productions
- Published
- November 1997
- Type
- Fiction