What reading level is Stage Fright!?

Stage Fright! by Andrew Clements is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Stage Fright! appropriate for?

Stage Fright! is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Stage Fright!?

Stage Fright! is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Stage Fright! have any content warnings?

Stage Fright! has a HootRating of 7LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Stage Fright!?

Stage Fright! by Andrew Clements is 16 pages.

Stage Fright!

Andrew Clements

Stage Fright!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

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by Andrew Clements

Illustrated by Matthew Stoddart

Reading Level 2 7LE Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Nobody expects a monster to freeze in front of a crowd, but Ickis does! Just when he's about to give up on the talent show, a clever idea from the Gromble changes everything. What will Ickis choose, and why does it matter to everyone watching?

Themes

Talent showsFriendshipOvercoming fearFictionChildren: Preschool

Quick Assessment

This early reader story follows Ickis, a young monster who faces stage fright before performing in a talent show. With the support of his friend Gromble, he explores new ways to overcome his fear, making it a gentle introduction to managing anxiety for children ages 5-8. The book features simple language and colorful illustrations suitable for early readers.