English Fairy Tales

Joseph Jacobs

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English Fairy Tales

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

More English Fairy Tales: Enchanting Folklore and Magical Adventures

by Joseph Jacobs

Illustrated by John D. Batten

Reading Level 6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

What if you could step into a world where magical creatures and brave heroes come to life? Imagine exploring enchanted forests and ancient castles, where every story holds a secret and a lesson. But what challenges will you face in these timeless fairy tales?

Themes

Classic fictionFantasy World-BuildingAdventureMoral LessonsFolklore

Quick Assessment

This collection features classic English fairy tales retold by Joseph Jacobs and beautifully illustrated by John Dickson Batten, making it suitable for readers ages 9-12. The stories blend whimsy and adventure with valuable moral lessons, offering both entertainment and educational value. Parents should note that the book contains traditional folklore themes and language reflective of its era.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
5
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

284 pages
ISBN
9780766189737
Pages
284
Publisher
Prabhat Prakashan
Published
March 19, 2004
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Classic FictionClassicsFairy Tales & FolkloreEuropeanCountry/Ethnic-General