What reading level is Land of Dooney?

Land of Dooney by Maha Dayem is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Land of Dooney appropriate for?

Land of Dooney is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8C (Clear). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is Land of Dooney?

Land of Dooney is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Land of Dooney have any content warnings?

Land of Dooney has a HootRating of 8C (Clear). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Land of Dooney?

Land of Dooney by Maha Dayem is 88 pages.

Land of Dooney

Maha Dayem

Land of Dooney

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Dean & Della's Discovery

by Maha Dayem

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Dean’s fingers fly over the game controller, eyes glued to the screen. But outside, Della’s calling from the treehouse, a place where dreams might just come alive. Suddenly, a mysterious sound breaks the summer silence—what’s waiting for them in the Land of Dooney?

Themes

Friendship Adventure FamilyImaginationNatureScreen Time Balance

Quick Assessment

Land of Dooney is a heartwarming early chapter book about friendship, imagination, and balancing screen time with outdoor adventure. It follows 8-year-old Della as she tries to reconnect with her friend Dean, who is absorbed in video games, by embarking on a magical journey together. Suitable for ages 5-8, this book features short chapters, engaging black-and-white illustrations, and includes activities to encourage children to explore nature and their creativity.