What reading level is A secret party in Boston Harbor?

A secret party in Boston Harbor by Kris Hemphill is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is A secret party in Boston Harbor appropriate for?

A secret party in Boston Harbor is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is A secret party in Boston Harbor?

A secret party in Boston Harbor is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does A secret party in Boston Harbor have any content warnings?

A secret party in Boston Harbor has a HootRating of 8LE (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 A secret party in Boston Harbor?

A secret party in Boston Harbor by Kris Hemphill is 88 pages.

A secret party in Boston Harbor

Kris Hemphill

A secret party in Boston Harbor

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kris Hemphill

Reading Level 3 8LE Ages 5-8 Matched

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Sarah Turner was just a kid, but she lived through some of the biggest moments in history. When British soldiers took over Boston, her family faced tough times — and Sarah saw a secret plan that would change everything. What would she do when the city stood on the edge of rebellion?

Themes

Historical Family Coming of Age Adventure

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction book follows 11-year-old Sarah Turner as she experiences the challenges faced by her family during British occupation in 1770s Boston. It introduces early readers to the events leading up to the Boston Tea Party, blending historical facts with engaging storytelling appropriate for ages 5-8. The book offers a child-friendly perspective on colonial history without intense conflict or mature themes.