Stuart Little

E. B. White

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Stuart Little

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by E. B. White

Illustrated by Garth Williams

Reading Level 6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

A small mouse named Stuart joins a new human family and embarks on a mission to earn the love of his doubtful brother and the family cat. Along the way, he faces challenges from a group of cats determined to chase him away. Stuart's courage and cleverness turn everyday adventures into unforgettable tales.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

131 pages
18,841 words
2h 6m read-aloud
ISBN
0064410927
Pages
131
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
1999
Type
Fiction
Word Count
18,841
Read-Aloud
~2h 6m
Text Density
Light Text

Subjects

Voyages and TravelsMiceSocial ThemesFriendshipAnimalsMice, Hamsters, Guinea PigsClassicsDeterminationSize PerceptionBirdsFamilyMice in FictionVoyages and Travels in FictionStuart LittleLittleStuartSourisAdoptionRomans, Nouvelles, Etc. Pour La JeunesseLarge Type BooksAccelerated Reader5.5Horror TalesVampiresMummiesWerewolvesWitchesBooks and ReadingHorror FictionAdventure and Adventurers

People

Stuart Little (Fictitious character)Stuart LittleSnowbellMargaloDr. CareyEdward ClydesdaleHarriet AmesFrederick C. Little

Places

New York CityConnecticutAmes Crossing