What reading level is When we go walking?

When we go walking by Cari Best is at a Level 3 reading level (Lexile 500L). Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is When we go walking appropriate for?

When we go walking is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8C (Clear).

What genre is When we go walking?

When we go walking is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does When we go walking have any content warnings?

When we go walking has a HootRating of 8C (Clear). 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 When we go walking?

When we go walking by Cari Best is 30 pages.

Reviewed by HootRated editorial · Last updated September 7, 2026

When we go walking

Cari Best

When we go walking

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cari Best

Illustrated by Brooker, Kyrsten, illustrator

Reading Level 3 8C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd 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 wondered what treasures you might find on a simple walk? Wendy loves exploring Rambling Road with her family, where every step brings a new surprise to add to her special collection. But what will she discover next on their adventure?

Themes

FamiliesFriendship AdventureCollectingPicture Books

Quick Assessment

This charming picture book follows Wendy, a young girl who delights in family walks along Rambling Road, collecting small treasures along the way. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8, it encourages observation, family bonding, and appreciating nature. The story is gentle and free of any challenging content, making it ideal for young children.

Why we rated When we go walking 8C

When we go walking is written at a Level 3 reading level with a Lexile measure of 500L across 30 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, When we go walking works for readers up to grade 5.0.

We rate When we go walking as 8C ("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, When we go walking explores families, friendship, adventure, collecting, and picture books — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
✓ Kids drawn to stories about families, friendship, adventure.