What reading level is Year of the Rooster?

Year of the Rooster by Oliver Chin is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Year of the Rooster appropriate for?

Year of the Rooster is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Year of the Rooster?

Year of the Rooster is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Year of the Rooster have any content warnings?

Year of the Rooster 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 Year of the Rooster?

Year of the Rooster by Oliver Chin is 41 pages.

Year of the Rooster

Oliver Chin

Year of the Rooster

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Tales from the Chinese Zodiac

by Oliver Chin

Reading Level 2 7LE 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

Crack! The morning sun warms the soft feathers of Ray, a lively little chick with big dreams. The town wakes up with his Papa’s crow, but Ray wonders if he can shine even brighter. Alongside his friend Ying, Ray sets out on an adventure to find the magical Phoenix—an unforgettable journey full of friendship and discovery.

Themes

Friendship Coming of Age Family Adventure Multicultural

Quick Assessment

Year of the Rooster is a vibrant early reader story celebrating the Chinese New Year through the eyes of Ray, an ambitious young rooster. With bilingual English-Chinese text and colorful illustrations, this book introduces children ages 5-8 to Chinese culture and the zodiac in an accessible and engaging way. The story focuses on themes of self-discovery, friendship, and cultural heritage, making it a gentle, uplifting read suitable for young children.