Roscoe Riley Rules #2

Katherine Applegate

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Roscoe Riley Rules #2

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Never Swipe a Bully's Bear (Roscoe Riley Rules)

by Katherine Applegate

Illustrated by Brian Biggs

Reading Level 3 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if your favorite stuffed pig suddenly went missing? Roscoe is sure that Wyatt, the class bully, took it—but what happens when he discovers Wyatt's secret stash of teddy bears? Now Roscoe plans to get even, but will his plan really solve the problem?

Themes

FamilyHumorous StoriesSchool & EducationFriendship

Quick Assessment

This early chapter book follows Roscoe Riley as he navigates school life and deals with a missing stuffed pig and a class bully. Suitable for ages 5-8, it features themes of friendship, humor, and problem-solving with light conflict appropriate for young readers. Parents can expect a fun, relatable story with mild themes of bullying and family.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Bullying Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

96 pages
ISBN
9780061148842
Pages
96
Publisher
Harper Collins
Published
May 27, 2008
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FamilyHumorous StoriesSchool & EducationHumorLoveLove StoriesToysBulliesSchoolsLost and Found PossessionsStuffed Animals