Little Blue Ben/Big Book
Phoebe Gilman
Little Blue Ben/Big Book
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Phoebe Gilman
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
Here’s a secret: Little Blue Ben and Blue Cat love to play hide-and-seek so much that they forget about their breakfast! Their mother, Blue Hen, isn’t too happy about cold food, but that’s only the beginning of their day’s adventures.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This charming early reader story follows Little Blue Ben and Blue Cat as they learn about responsibility and the importance of listening to their mother. Suitable for ages 5 to 8, the book gently addresses themes of family and everyday childhood experiences without any intense content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780590716925
- Pages
- 40
- Publisher
- Richmond Hill, Ont. : North Winds Press
- Published
- April 1989
- Type
- Fiction