Madeline and the great (old) escape artist
Rebecca C. Jones
Madeline and the great (old) escape artist
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Rebecca C. Jones
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
An unlikely friendship between an old lady and a sixth-grade girl with a recently diagnosed seizure disorder helps them both to face "the dragons" of their lives.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
Why we rated Madeline and the great (old) escape artist Level 0
Madeline and the great (old) escape artist is written at a Level 3 reading level across 88 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Madeline and the great (old) escape artist works for readers up to grade 5.0.
We rate Madeline and the great (old) escape artist as Unrated because the content sits in the "Unrated" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the unrated intensity score.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 0 — UnratedThis book has not yet been rated for content intensity.
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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
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0525440747
- Pages
- 88
- Publisher
- Dutton Childrens Books
- Published
- 1983
- Type
- Fiction