What reading level is Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog)?

Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog) by Penny Dolan is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog) appropriate for?

Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog) is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog)?

Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog) is fiction — Children's stories.

Does Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog) have any content warnings?

Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog) has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog)?

Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog) by Penny Dolan is 32 pages.

Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog)

Penny Dolan

Mary and the Fairy (Leapfrog)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Penny Dolan

Illustrated by Deborah Allwright

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

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

Mary is the only kid who gets a fairy visit when she's sad about her party outfit. This fairy means well but turns the whole room upside down! It shows that sometimes, the best help comes with a little bit of magic—and a lot of surprises.

Themes

Friendship Family Fantasy World-BuildingEmotional Growth

Quick Assessment

This charming picture book follows Mary, a young girl upset about what to wear to a party, who receives unexpected help from a well-meaning fairy. The story gently explores feelings of sadness and the unpredictability of trying to fix problems, making it suitable for early readers ages 5 to 8. Parents should know it contains light mischief but no serious conflict or distress.