What reading level is The Steadfast Tin Soldier?

The Steadfast Tin Soldier by Graham Percy is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The Steadfast Tin Soldier appropriate for?

The Steadfast Tin Soldier is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is The Steadfast Tin Soldier?

The Steadfast Tin Soldier is fiction.

Does The Steadfast Tin Soldier have any content warnings?

The Steadfast Tin Soldier has a HootRating of 7LE (Light — Emotional). 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 Steadfast Tin Soldier?

The Steadfast Tin Soldier by Graham Percy is 28 pages.

The Steadfast Tin Soldier

Graham Percy

The Steadfast Tin Soldier

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Graham Percy

Reading Level 2 7LE Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if you were a tin soldier with only one leg, but the bravest heart of all? Imagine journeying through a world full of surprises and dangers, all to be with the prettiest toy you’ve ever seen. Will your courage be enough to face the biggest challenge yet?

Themes

Fairy Tales & FolkloreAdventure Friendship Family

Quick Assessment

This classic fairy tale follows a one-legged tin soldier who demonstrates bravery and steadfastness as he navigates a world of adventure and danger. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8, it explores themes of courage, love, and resilience through accessible language and engaging illustrations. Parents should note that the story includes mild peril but is gentle and appropriate for young children.