Robin Hood (DK Classic Readers Level 4)
Angela Bull
Robin Hood (DK Classic Readers Level 4)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Tale of the Great Outlaw Here
by Angela Bull
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
Arrows fly through the forest as Robin Hood races against the Sheriff’s men! With his friends by his side, every moment is a thrilling escape—but what secret is hidden in the shadows that could change everything?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This retelling of Robin Hood is designed for early readers aged 5-8, featuring accessible language and engaging illustrations. It introduces children to classic adventure themes through a simplified narrative appropriate for young audiences, with no content that parents need to be concerned about.
Why we rated Robin Hood (DK Classic Readers Level 4) 7C
Robin Hood (DK Classic Readers Level 4) is written at a Level 2 reading level across 48 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Robin Hood (DK Classic Readers Level 4) works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Robin Hood (DK Classic Readers Level 4) as 7C ("Clear") 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 (DK Classic Readers Level 4) explores action & adventure, classics, and readers - beginner — 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 action & adventure, classics, readers - beginner.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A 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
- 9780613267663
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Turtleback Books
- Published
- September 2000
- Type
- Fiction