What reading level is Up, up and Away?

Up, up and Away by Tom McLaughlin is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Up, up and Away appropriate for?

Up, up and Away is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Up, up and Away?

Up, up and Away is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Up, up and Away have any content warnings?

Up, up and Away has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Up, up and Away?

Up, up and Away by Tom McLaughlin is 34 pages.

Up, up and Away

Tom McLaughlin

Up, up and Away

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tom McLaughlin

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

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

Have you ever dreamed of building your own planet? Orson mixes rocks, water, metal, and a big bang to create a tiny planet right in his bedroom! But what happens when taking care of your own world turns out to be the hardest part?

Themes

Science & Nature Adventure Family Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This charming early reader tells the story of Orson, who creates a tiny planet and learns about responsibility and letting go. Suitable for children ages 5 to 8, it combines imaginative science fiction with gentle life lessons about growth and change. The story is warm and uplifting, with no intense content, making it a great choice for young readers.