What reading level is Hickory and the Big Clock?

Hickory and the Big Clock by A.E. Jaskiewicz is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Hickory and the Big Clock appropriate for?

Hickory and the Big Clock is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Hickory and the Big Clock?

Hickory and the Big Clock is fiction — Animals.

Does Hickory and the Big Clock have any content warnings?

Hickory and the Big Clock has a HootRating of 8LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Hickory and the Big Clock?

Hickory and the Big Clock by A.E. Jaskiewicz is 52 pages.

Hickory and the Big Clock

A.E. Jaskiewicz

Hickory and the Big Clock

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by A.E. Jaskiewicz

Reading Level 3 8LE Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Hickory scurries up the towering clock, his tiny paws slipping on the cold metal. The chiming echoes louder with every step, but stopping it means peace for his family. Suddenly, a shadow looms—what’s waiting at the top?

Themes

Adventure Family Friendship

Quick Assessment

This early reader follows Hickory, a small mouse determined to stop the incessant chiming of the big clock beneath which his family lives. The story encourages problem-solving and perseverance, suitable for children aged 5-8. It includes mild peril as Hickory faces challenges on his climb, but remains gentle and appropriate for young readers.