What reading level is Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books)?

Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books) by Edna O’Brien is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books) appropriate for?

Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books) is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books)?

Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books) is fiction — Fairy tales.

Does Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books) have any content warnings?

Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books) has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books)?

Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books) by Edna O’Brien is 176 pages.

Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books)

Edna O’Brien

Tales for the Telling (Puffin Books)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Irish Folk and Fairy Stories

by Edna O’Brien

Illustrated by Michael Foreman

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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

The crackle of a warm fire fills the room, mingling with whispers of giants stomping through misty hills and leprechauns hiding in emerald meadows. Each tale sparkles like a jewel, carrying you through enchanted forests and ancient castles where heroes and princesses face thrilling adventures. These stories hold the magic of old, ready to stir your heart with wonder and courage.

Themes

Fairy talesFolk talesFablesMagical tales & traditional storiesFolkloreMyth & legend told as fictionShort stories

Quick Assessment

This collection offers a rich blend of Irish fairy tales, folk tales, and fables suitable for children ages 9 to 12. The stories emphasize themes of love, bravery, and tradition, drawing from folklore and mythology in a way that is accessible and engaging for middle-grade readers. Parents should know the content is gentle and rooted in cultural storytelling without intense conflict or mature themes.