Cover of Three hens and a peacock

Three hens and a peacock

by Lester L. Laminack

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

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

When a flashy peacock arrives unexpectedly on the farm, the hardworking hens grow jealous and decide to swap roles with him. Their funny attempts to take on each other's jobs lead to surprising lessons about appreciation and discovering hidden strengths. This lively tale is full of humor and heart, perfect for young readers who enjoy silly animal adventures.

Representation & Themes

FriendshipFamilyHumorComing of AgeAnimals

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Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9781561455645
Publisher
National Geographic Books
Published
2011
Type
Fiction
Word Count
771

Genres

Juvenile Fiction