The Stupids Take Off
Harry G. Allard
The Stupids Take Off
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Harry G. Allard
Illustrated by James Marshall
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
The Stupids try to escape a visit from Uncle Carbuncle by hopping into their airplane and flying off to see other family members who are just as silly as they are. Their funny and wild adventure shows that sometimes family gatherings can be a bit chaotic but always full of laughs.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 2-3 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
7/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0395657431
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Published
- March 29, 1993
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 492
- Read-Aloud
- ~3 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy