What reading level is Very Last Leaf?

Very Last Leaf by Stef Wade is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Very Last Leaf appropriate for?

Very Last Leaf is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Very Last Leaf?

Very Last Leaf is fiction — JUVENILE FICTION.

Does Very Last Leaf have any content warnings?

Very Last Leaf 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 Very Last Leaf?

Very Last Leaf by Stef Wade is 32 pages.

Very Last Leaf

Stef Wade

Very Last Leaf

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Stef Wade

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

Lance Cottonwood is the smartest kid in his class, but he's terrified of one thing—falling like the last leaf on a tree. What if falling means failing? His fear might just teach us all something important about courage.

Themes

School & EducationSeasonsComing of AgeFear & Anxiety

Quick Assessment

This early reader story follows Lance Cottonwood, a bright student who faces his fear of failure during a final exam, symbolized by the last leaf falling. Suitable for ages 5-8, the book gently explores themes of courage, change, and personal growth in a relatable school setting.