Tiddalick
Robert Roennfeldt
Tiddalick
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
the frog who caused a flood : an adaptation of an Aboriginal dreamtime legend
by Robert Roennfeldt
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
I have a secret to share about Tiddalick, the frog who drank every drop of water from the rivers and billabongs. The other animals had to come up with a clever plan to make the water return—but that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Tiddalick the Frog Who Caused a Flood is a beautifully illustrated retelling of an Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime story. It introduces young readers to Aboriginal folklore while encouraging problem-solving and environmental awareness. Suitable for ages 13-18, the story is engaging and culturally enriching without any concerning content.
Why we rated Tiddalick 7C
Tiddalick is written at a Level 2 reading level across 32 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Tiddalick works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Tiddalick as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Tiddalick explores cultural exposure, problem-solving, eco-awareness, folklore, and adventure — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 13+ range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about cultural exposure, problem-solving, eco-awareness.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A 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
- 0140503498
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Picture Puffin
- Published
- 1980
- Type
- Fiction