What reading level is Matthew and Tilly?

Matthew and Tilly by Rebecca C. Jones is at a Level 1-2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Matthew and Tilly appropriate for?

Matthew and Tilly is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Matthew and Tilly?

Matthew and Tilly is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Matthew and Tilly have any content warnings?

Matthew and Tilly 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.

Matthew and Tilly

Rebecca C. Jones

Matthew and Tilly

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Rebecca C. Jones

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

The text is written at a 1st 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

The crunch of autumn leaves fills the air as Matthew and Tilly walk side by side through their bustling town. Their laughter mingles with the city sounds, but sometimes even best friends disagree. Still, no matter what, their bond stays strong and warm like a cozy sweater.

Themes

FriendshipCity and town lifePeople & Places - General

Quick Assessment

This gentle fiction story explores the everyday friendship between Matthew and Tilly, highlighting how friends can have disagreements but still care deeply for one another. Suitable for early readers aged 5 to 8, it introduces themes of friendship and city life with simple language and relatable situations. There is no intense content, making it an excellent choice for young children learning about social relationships.