Robin hood and little john
Barbara Cohen
Robin hood and little john
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Barbara Cohen
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
The rustle of leaves and the whisper of the forest fill the air as two giants meet on a narrow bridge deep in Sherwood Forest. Their fierce battle echoes through the trees, each strike bringing them closer to an unexpected friendship. Amid the vibrant colors and textures of the woods, a legendary bond begins that will change everything.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This beautifully illustrated retelling of the classic Robin Hood tale focuses on the legendary encounter between Robin Hood and Little John. Designed for early readers aged 5 to 8, it combines engaging storytelling with vivid imagery to transport children to Sherwood Forest. The book is appropriate for young audiences, introducing themes of friendship and bravery without any intense content.
Why we rated Robin hood and little john 7LP
Robin hood and little john is written at a Level 2 reading level across 32 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Robin hood and little john works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Robin hood and little john as 7LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Robin hood and little john explores folklore, friendship, adventure, and historical — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
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.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about folklore, friendship, adventure.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7LP — Light — PhysicalNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780698116276
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
- Published
- April 13, 1998
- Type
- Fiction