Little Tricker the squirrel meets Big Double the bear

Ken Kesey

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Little Tricker the squirrel meets Big Double the bear

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ken Kesey

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 quick-witted squirrel named Little Tricker tries to outsmart Big Double, a huge and very hungry bear. Their playful encounter shows how clever thinking can turn the tables even when facing a bigger foe. Bright, colorful illustrations bring this charming animal adventure to life for young readers.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

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
7
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

26 pages
2,825 words
19m read-aloud
ISBN
067081136X
Pages
26
Publisher
Viking Juvenile
Published
1990
Type
Fiction
Word Count
2,825
Read-Aloud
~19 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

AnimalsSquirrelsBears