Lion at School and Other Stories/Audio Cassettes

Philippa Pearce

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Lion at School and Other Stories/Audio Cassettes

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Philippa Pearce

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The soft rustle of autumn leaves mixes with the quiet footsteps of a lion tiptoeing through school halls. Somewhere nearby, a lonely horse dreams of faraway adventures, while a tiny mouse squeaks in a desperate bid to escape a creaky mousetrap. These moments sparkle with wonder and whisper of friendships waiting to be found.

Themes

FriendshipAdventureAnimalsImaginationCourage

Quick Assessment

This collection features nine charming stories centered on animals experiencing unique adventures and challenges, suitable for children aged 9 to 12. The gentle narratives explore themes of friendship, courage, and curiosity without intense conflict, making it a comforting and engaging read for middle graders. The audio cassette format offers an accessible way to enjoy these imaginative tales.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

118 pages
ISBN
9780816193240
Pages
118
Publisher
Chivers Audio Books
Published
July 1991
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Audio: Juvenile