What reading level is Tales Alive!?

Tales Alive! by Susan Milord is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Tales Alive! appropriate for?

Tales Alive! is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear).

What genre is Tales Alive!?

Tales Alive! is fiction — Education.

Does Tales Alive! have any content warnings?

Tales Alive! has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). 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 Tales Alive!?

Tales Alive! by Susan Milord is 127 pages.

Tales Alive!

Susan Milord

Tales Alive!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Ten Multicultural Folktales With Activities

by Susan Milord

Illustrated by Michael A. Donato

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Did you know that ancient stories from faraway places can come alive right in your hands? These ten folktales hold magic and mystery, and with special activities, you get to step inside each adventure. But that's only the beginning.

Themes

Juvenile Folk TalesMythologyFablesEducationChildren's Fiction

Quick Assessment

Tales Alive! offers a unique collection of ten folktales from various cultures, paired with interactive activities to engage young readers. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, this book encourages cultural appreciation and hands-on learning through storytelling. It’s a gentle introduction to mythology and fables without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — 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

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

127 pages

ISBN: 9780824968045
Pages: 127
Publisher: WorthyKids
Published: April 2007
Type: Fiction

Genres

Education

Subjects

MythologyFablesEducationMulticultural EducationFairy Tales & FolkloreCountry/Ethnic-GeneralCreative Activities and Seat WorkFolkloreTalesAmusementsBirdsMulticulturalismFolklore, United StatesHandicraftBirds, Folklore