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Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs
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Not age appropriate for kids under 3, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
A gratifying, if lightweight, dish.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 6 and Up
The good stuff
What to watch out for
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Violence & scariness:
What Parents Need to Know
About Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs
Parents need to know that the rambling text may put off younger readers. This book is more successful as a read-alone, so kids can spend more time pondering the information-rich illustrations and silly story.
Read our full review by Peter Lewis
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Most Recent Reviews
I rate this title on for age 4 and give it- My highlights are:
- Great illustrations
- I rate this title iffy for age 3 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Great illustrations
i loved this book when i was little
i loved this book when i was little! but there are some very mild intense parts in the story.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
- Great illustrations
Amazing Book!
This was my mom and my favorite favorite favorite book when I was little. I love it!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
- Great illustrations
For Anyone!!
I don't know why this is rated 6+. Anyone can do it. It's my favorite book!! I know I'm old, but I still love it. I saw the movie, and it doesn't do the justice of the book. Read this, and to your kids, tweens, and teens!!
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Great illustrations
I remember being read this book when I was young
and thinking how creatively told it was. Great book for 5+.
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