What reading level is Wilfred to the Rescue?

Wilfred to the Rescue by Alan MacDonald is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Wilfred to the Rescue appropriate for?

Wilfred to the Rescue is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is Wilfred to the Rescue?

Wilfred to the Rescue is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Wilfred to the Rescue have any content warnings?

Wilfred to the Rescue has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Wilfred to the Rescue?

Wilfred to the Rescue by Alan MacDonald is 32 pages.

Wilfred to the Rescue

Alan MacDonald

Wilfred to the Rescue

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alan MacDonald

Illustrated by Lizzie Sanders

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

The soft patter of rain turns into a gentle splash as the floodwaters rise around Brambly Hedge. Inside, the cozy burrow buzzes with laughter and whispers of a game called Hide-and-Squeak. Suddenly, a tiny voice goes quiet—can Wilfred's brave heart find little Sissy before it's too late?

Themes

FriendshipNature & the Natural WorldAdventure

Quick Assessment

Wilfred to the Rescue is a gentle early-reader story suitable for children ages 5 to 8, featuring themes of friendship and nature. When flooding disrupts life in Brambly Hedge, Wilfred takes on a secret mission to find a missing friend during a playful game. The book’s vivid illustrations and simple text support emergent readers while fostering empathy and problem-solving skills.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle

Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Mild Peril

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

32 pages

ISBN: 9781416909019
Pages: 32
Publisher: Atheneum Books
Published: April 4, 2006
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Social IssuesFriendshipNature & the Natural WorldPreschool Picture Story BooksSocial SituationsAnimalsMice Hamsters Guinea Pigs EtcMice, Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, EtcMiceVolesFloodsBrambly Hedge