Possum magic

Mem Fox

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Possum magic

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mem Fox

Reading Level 2 7C 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

Here's a secret: Baby possum Hush is invisible! Grandma Poss knows there's a special food that can bring her back, but what is it? Their magical adventure across Australia is just getting started.

Themes

Animals - AustraliaMagicAdventurePicture books

Quick Assessment

This charming picture book follows Grandma Poss and Baby Hush on a magical journey across Australia to reverse an invisibility spell. Aimed at early readers ages 5-8, it combines elements of Australian wildlife and gentle fantasy, encouraging curiosity about nature and culture. The story contains no intense content and is suitable for young children.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

31 pages
ISBN
9780140541618
Pages
31
Publisher
Omnibus/Puffin
Published
1989
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

PhalangeridaeAnimalsAustraliaMagicIllustration TechniqueWatercolourAustralian StoriesPossumsFood HabitsOpossumsPseudocheiridaeBoard BooksLivres Tout CartonConstitutional ConventionsConstitutional HistorySourcesNew YorkConstitutions

Places

Australia