Little Mermaid

Jerry Pinkney

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Little Mermaid

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jerry Pinkney

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

A young mermaid gives up her voice to walk on land and discovers friendship in a new world. As she explores life above the waves, she faces a choice that will bring her back to the ocean to protect her loved ones. This enchanting tale blends magic and courage in a timeless underwater adventure.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
1,816 words
12m read-aloud
ISBN
9780316440318
Pages
48
Publisher
Little Brown & Company
Published
2020
Type
Fiction
Word Count
1,816
Read-Aloud
~12 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Subjects

Fairy TalesMermaids