What reading level is Hearing?

Hearing by Rebecca Rissman is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Hearing appropriate for?

Hearing is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Hearing?

Hearing is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Hearing have any content warnings?

Hearing has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Hearing?

Hearing by Rebecca Rissman is 24 pages.

Hearing

Rebecca Rissman

Hearing

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Rebecca Rissman

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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

Your ears are more powerful than you think—they catch whispers, roars, and everything in between. Discover how sounds travel and why protecting your ears keeps the world full of noise and music. Understanding hearing can change how you listen forever.

Themes

Senses and sensationHearingScience & Nature Disability Representation

Quick Assessment

This early reader introduces children ages 5-8 to the sense of hearing through simple text and vivid photographs. It covers how we hear different sounds, ways to protect our ears, and explains how hearing aids assist those with hearing difficulties. The book is appropriate for young readers and gently supports sensory learning without any challenging content.