Woodchuck at Blackberry Road
C. Drew Lamm
Woodchuck at Blackberry Road
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by C. Drew Lamm
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
Follow a curious woodchuck through the changing seasons as she sleeps through winter, welcomes her babies in spring, and shows them how to stay safe from danger in the summer. Young readers will enjoy discovering how animals grow and learn in the wild.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
7/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 1568990871
- Pages
- 31
- Publisher
- Soundprints
- Published
- 1994
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 870
- Read-Aloud
- ~6 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy