What reading level is The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park)?

The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park) by Nick Butterworth is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park) appropriate for?

The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park) is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7C (Clear).

What genre is The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park)?

The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park) is fiction — Children's stories.

Does The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park) have any content warnings?

The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park) has a HootRating of 7C (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 The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park)?

The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park) by Nick Butterworth is 24 pages.

The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park)

Nick Butterworth

The Cross Rabbit (Percy's Park)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Nick Butterworth

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if a grumpy old rabbit just wants some quiet in the snowy park, but a bunch of playful mice keep messing up his peace? Percy tries to help by finding a new spot for the mice to play, but can the rabbit finally get the sleep he needs? The chilly adventure is just getting started!

Themes

Friendship Humor Family

Quick Assessment

This gentle picture book tells the story of a cranky old rabbit disturbed by playful mice in a wintry setting. Suitable for early readers ages 5-8, it features themes of patience, problem-solving, and community kindness, with light, humorous conflict that resolves quickly. The story’s simple language and charming illustrations make it ideal for young children learning to read.