What reading level is Wild Swans?

Wild Swans by Hans Christian Andersen is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Wild Swans appropriate for?

Wild Swans is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

What genre is Wild Swans?

Wild Swans is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Wild Swans have any content warnings?

Wild Swans has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Wild Swans?

Wild Swans by Hans Christian Andersen is 24 pages.

Wild Swans

Hans Christian Andersen

Wild Swans

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Hans Christian Andersen

Reading Level 2 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

The soft flapping of wings fills the air as eleven swans glide across the sparkling lake. Their sister watches, heart pounding, knowing she must break a powerful spell to bring her brothers back. Can love and courage turn the tide before it's too late?

Themes

Adventure FamilySupernaturalFairy Tale

Quick Assessment

This classic fairy tale follows a brave young girl as she strives to save her eleven brothers, who have been transformed into swans by an evil stepmother's curse. Suitable for early readers ages 5-8, the story includes themes of family, bravery, and magic, with gentle supernatural elements and no intense violence. It offers a captivating introduction to adventure and fairy tales for young children.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild

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Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

24 pages

ISBN: 9780375864308
Pages: 24
Publisher: Golden Books
Published: 2014
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Adventure and AdventurersSupernaturalFairy TalesSwansSpecimensIllustrated Children's BooksContes De FéeMagicPrincesStepfamiliesWitchesPrincessesSpellsKings and RulersEnchantmentTranslations Into EnglishFairiesBlended FamiliesDanish Fairy TalesStepmothersCartoons and ComicsStories Without Words