What reading level is The Tear Thief?

The Tear Thief by Carol Ann Duffy is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The Tear Thief appropriate for?

The Tear Thief is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags: Emotional: Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is The Tear Thief?

The Tear Thief is fiction — Children's stories.

Does The Tear Thief have any content warnings?

The Tear Thief has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags include: Emotional: Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Tear Thief?

The Tear Thief by Carol Ann Duffy is 32 pages (approximately 1,631 words).

The Tear Thief

Carol Ann Duffy

The Tear Thief

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carol Ann Duffy

Illustrated by Nicoletta Cecoli

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

The text is written at a 4th 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 mysterious Tear Thief slips quietly through the streets, unseen by most except when glimpsed in a puddle's reflection. She collects the tears of those who are sad, weaving a magical tale of emotions and wonder. Discover the secret world where feelings take shape and magic is real.