Simon in the moonlight

Gilles Tibo

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Simon in the moonlight

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gilles Tibo

Reading Level 1-2 6C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 1st 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 soft rustle of leaves whispers under the glowing moon as Simon imagines himself turning into all sorts of magical creatures and daring heroes. Each night, his dreams take him on wild adventures where he can be anyone — a magician, a knight, a clown, even a mighty bear! But when the night feels a little too real, his friend Marlene’s gentle presence brings comfort and warmth.

Themes

FriendshipImaginationNightAdventure

Quick Assessment

Simon in the Moonlight is a gentle early reader story about a young boy’s vivid imagination and his playful transformations into various characters. Designed for ages 5 to 8, it explores themes of creativity, friendship, and comfort during nighttime. The book is appropriate for early readers and contains no content concerns.

For Parents

Content Intensity

6C — 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
1
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

24 pages
ISBN
0887763162
Pages
24
Publisher
Tundra Books (NY)
Published
1993
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

NightMoonBoysSimon

Places

Moon