What reading level is American Horses?

American Horses by Ralph Moody is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is American Horses appropriate for?

American Horses is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear).

What genre is American Horses?

American Horses is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does American Horses have any content warnings?

American Horses has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). 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 American Horses?

American Horses by Ralph Moody is 188 pages.

American Horses

Ralph Moody

American Horses

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ralph Moody

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered where America's favorite horses come from? Imagine riding through history as you meet the amazing Morgans, Standardbreds, and Tennessee Walking Horses, each with their own unique story. But who were the people that helped these horses become legends — and what secrets do these breeds still hold?

Themes

AnimalsHistoryNatureJuvenile NonfictionHorses

Quick Assessment

American Horses offers a well-researched introduction to the origins and histories of notable American horse breeds such as the Morgan, Standardbred, American Saddle Horse, and Tennessee Walking Horse. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, this nonfiction book combines animal science, history, and nature to engage middle-grade readers interested in horses and their cultural significance. The content is gentle and educational, with no mature themes or content warnings.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear

Emotional

Clear

Physical

Clear

Social

Clear

Thematic

Clear

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

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level

Emotional Weight

Theme Richness

World Scope

Data Confidence

Elwyn Hartley Edwards

Level 6 Gentle

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Details

Book Length

188 pages

ISBN: 9780803283015
Pages: 188
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
Published: 1962
Type: Nonfiction
Era: Vintage (1962)

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

AnimalsHorsesNaturePetsBreedingHorses, Breeding

Places

United States