Cover of Madeline and the bad hat

Madeline and the bad hat

by Ludwig Bemelmans

Madeline

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

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

In a lively Parisian neighborhood, Madeline and her friends face a challenge when the new neighbor's son causes trouble. Together, they learn about kindness and understanding as they navigate their feelings about the mischievous newcomer. Adventure and friendship blend in this charming tale of growing up and getting along.

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalFriendshipAnimal welfareFamily

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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Details

ISBN
0140502068
Pages
50
Publisher
Penguin
Published
1979
Type
Fiction
Word Count
701

Genres

Animal welfare

Subjects

Animal welfare -- Juvenile fiction.Friendship -- Juvenile fiction.Paris (France) -- Juvenile fiction.Juvenile fictionStories in rhymePicture booksFriendshipMadeline <Fictitious character>Picture books for childrenAnimal welfareJuvenile literaturePictorial worksMadeline (Fictitious character)FictionChildren's fictionMadeline (fictitious character), fictionFrance, fictionParis (france), fictionOrphans, fictionNeighborsConduct of lifeCrueltyFathers and sonsPractical jokesAmbassadorsChildren

Places

Paris (France)