What reading level is The flight of the fox?

The flight of the fox by Jean Little is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The flight of the fox appropriate for?

The flight of the fox is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear).

What genre is The flight of the fox?

The flight of the fox is fiction — Airplanes.

Does The flight of the fox have any content warnings?

The flight of the fox 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 The flight of the fox?

The flight of the fox by Jean Little is 164 pages.

The flight of the fox

Jean Little

The flight of the fox

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jean Little

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

Have you ever wondered what it takes to bring an old airplane back to life? Rory, the adventurous kangaroo rat, is on a mission to restore a Fairey Fox model so he can soar through the skies. But when a flock of starlings takes over the town, will Rory's plan take flight or crash before it even begins?

Themes

AnimalsFriendship Adventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Rory, a kangaroo rat, as he works with friends to restore a model Fairey Fox airplane while dealing with the challenges posed by a troublesome flock of starlings in their town. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story features themes of friendship, problem-solving, and animal adventures. There are no significant content warnings, making it an engaging and gentle read for this age group.