What reading level is Minton Goes Flying?

Minton Goes Flying by Anna Fienberg is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Minton Goes Flying appropriate for?

Minton Goes Flying is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is Minton Goes Flying?

Minton Goes Flying is fiction — Acrobats.

Does Minton Goes Flying have any content warnings?

Minton Goes Flying has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Minton Goes Flying?

Minton Goes Flying by Anna Fienberg is 32 pages.

Minton Goes Flying

Anna Fienberg

Minton Goes Flying

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anna Fienberg

Illustrated by Kim Gamble

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

Minton isn’t just any salamander—he’s a brilliant inventor who builds an aeroplane from beach treasures! When a wild storm threatens their flight, Minton must use all his cleverness to keep Bouncer safe. It’s a thrilling adventure that shows how creativity can conquer even the stormiest skies.

Themes

Animal storiesFriendship AdventureCreativityProblem Solving

Quick Assessment

This charming picture book follows Minton, a resourceful salamander who constructs an aeroplane to help his friend, Bouncer the acrobat, return to her circus. With a gentle depiction of overcoming challenges and a focus on creativity and problem-solving, it is well-suited for early readers aged 5 to 8. The story includes simple instructions for making the aeroplane, encouraging hands-on learning and imagination.