Cover of The little red elf

The little red elf

by Barbara Barbieri McGrath

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 3rd 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

A hardworking little red elf discovers pinecones and decides to plant a tree for Christmas, but her friends—the hare, the penguin, and the reindeer—aren't willing to lend a hand. Despite their laziness, the elf stays cheerful and manages everything on her own, but when it comes to opening presents, who will be there to help? Filled with charming illustrations and a heartwarming holiday message, this story celebrates kindness and effort.

Representation & Themes

FolkloreFriendshipFamilyHoliday

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: high

Details

ISBN
9781580892360
Pages
34
Publisher
Charlesbridge Publishing
Published
2009
Type
Fiction
Word Count
682
Lexile
530L

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

FolkloreLittle red henHelping behaviorAdaptationsJuvenile fictionFictionReindeerPenguinsElvesChristmasPictorial worksChildren's fictionFantasy fictionChildren's storiesPicture books for children