See you later, crocodile
Georgess McHargue
See you later, crocodile
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Georgess McHargue
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Aunt Aggie isn’t your ordinary old lady—she’s a fierce cat lover with a stubborn streak a mile long. When shy Johanna meets her, she discovers that friendship can be as tricky and rewarding as caring for a whole bunch of quirky cats. This surprising bond shows why understanding and patience matter more than you think.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade novel explores the unexpected friendship between a shy thirteen-year-old girl and her eccentric, outspoken elderly aunt who adores cats. It sensitively addresses themes of aging and intergenerational relationships, making it suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should note the story’s gentle approach to the challenges of old age and friendship.
Why we rated See you later, crocodile 11LE
See you later, crocodile is written at a Level 6 reading level across 226 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, See you later, crocodile works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate See you later, crocodile as 11LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, See you later, crocodile explores friendship, old age, cats, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about friendship, old age, cats.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0440500524
- Pages
- 226
- Publisher
- Delacorte Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 1988
- Type
- Fiction