What reading level is The Beaver?

The Beaver by Dietland Müller-Schwarze, Lixing Sun is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Beaver appropriate for?

The Beaver is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is The Beaver?

The Beaver is fiction — Nature.

Does The Beaver have any content warnings?

The Beaver 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 The Beaver?

The Beaver by Dietland Müller-Schwarze, Lixing Sun is 228 pages.

The Beaver

Dietland Müller-Schwarze, Lixing Sun

The Beaver

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Natural History of a Wetlands Engineer

by Dietland Müller-Schwarze, Lixing Sun

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

What if a furry engineer could change entire landscapes just by building dams? Imagine ponds and wetlands popping up where beavers live, creating homes for all kinds of animals and even stopping floods. But as people move into wild places, how will humans and beavers learn to live together?

Themes

Science & NatureAnimalsConservationFamilyEnvironmental Education

Quick Assessment

This comprehensive and beautifully illustrated book explores the fascinating biology and behavior of North American and Eurasian beavers, highlighting their important role in shaping ecosystems. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it balances scientific facts with engaging storytelling to inform about beaver habitats, family structures, and conservation challenges. Parents should note the book includes discussions of environmental impact and human-wildlife interactions but contains no content inappropriate for ages 9-12.