The little gentleman
Philippa Pearce
The little gentleman
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Philippa Pearce
The text is written at a 5th 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
A lonely girl’s everyday world brightens when she discovers a charming talking mole with a treasure trove of magical stories from long ago. Together, they share adventures and secrets that span centuries, turning ordinary days into unforgettable journeys. Friendship and wonder blossom in this enchanting tale where history and magic intertwine.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0060731613
- Pages
- 200
- Publisher
- Greenwillow
- Published
- 2004
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 27,647
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 4m
- Text Density
- Light Text