What reading level is Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins?

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins by Eric A. Kimmel is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins appropriate for?

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

What genre is Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins?

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins have any content warnings?

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins?

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins by Eric A. Kimmel is 30 pages.

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins

Eric A. Kimmel

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Eric A. Kimmel

Illustrated by Trina Schart Hyman

Reading Level 2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The crisp winter air carries the faint sound of footsteps echoing through the quiet synagogue. Flickering candlelight dances on the walls as Hershel tiptoes deeper, ready to face the mysterious goblins lurking in the shadows. Can his clever tricks bring light and laughter back to the village?

Themes

HanukkahFolkloreAdventure Family Humor

Quick Assessment

This Caldecott Honor Book tells the story of Hershel, a clever traveler who uses wit and courage to rid a village synagogue of mischievous goblins during Hanukkah. Suitable for early readers aged 5 to 8, it combines elements of folklore and holiday tradition with engaging storytelling. Parents should know that it includes mild spooky scenes appropriate for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild

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Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

30 pages

ISBN: 9780823411313
Pages: 30
Publisher: Holiday House
Published: September 1994
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

HanukkahFairy Tales & FolkloreAnthologiesHolidays & CelebrationsGoblinsHanukkah StoriesCourageSynagoguesDreidelCandles and LightsAvariceMenorahHaunted PlacesTrickstersGood and EvilMonstersFairiesCaldecott MedalAward:Caldecott_award