Epossumondas
Coleen Salley
Epossumondas
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Coleen Salley
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
What if you took every single word your mom said exactly as she meant it? Imagine a little possum named Epossumondas who tries really hard to follow his mom’s instructions—only to find himself in one silly mix-up after another! Can he figure out how to listen just right before things get even wilder?
Quick Assessment
Epossumondas is a humorous and charming retelling of a classic folk tale about a young possum who takes his mother’s instructions very literally, leading to a series of comical misunderstandings. Suitable for early readers aged 5 to 8, this story encourages children to think about the nuances of language and the importance of careful listening. The book features lighthearted situations with no intense content, making it appropriate for young children.
Why we rated Epossumondas 7C
Epossumondas is written at a Level 2 reading level across 40 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Epossumondas works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Epossumondas 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, Epossumondas explores folklore, humor, family, and early reading — 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 folklore, humor, family.
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.
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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
- 9780544809062
- Pages
- 40
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
- Published
- 2016
- Type
- Fiction