What reading level is Boy Nevada Killed?

Boy Nevada Killed by Janice Oberding is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Boy Nevada Killed appropriate for?

Boy Nevada Killed is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags: Violence, Capital Punishment, Crime.

What genre is Boy Nevada Killed?

Boy Nevada Killed is nonfiction — History.

Does Boy Nevada Killed have any content warnings?

Boy Nevada Killed has a HootRating of 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags include: Violence, Capital Punishment, Crime. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Boy Nevada Killed?

Boy Nevada Killed by Janice Oberding is 183 pages.

Boy Nevada Killed

Janice Oberding

Boy Nevada Killed

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Floyd Loveless and the Juvenile Capital Punishment Debate

by Janice Oberding

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Floyd is running fast, heart pounding, as a police officer spots him driving a stolen car. The night air is tense — then a shot rings out. What will happen next to this desperate teen on the run?

Themes

Juvenile JusticeCapital PunishmentLawHistorical

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction explores the life of Floyd Burton Loveless, the youngest person executed by Nevada, highlighting complex themes such as juvenile justice and capital punishment. It delves into serious topics including crime, punishment, and legal battles appropriate for mature readers ages 9-12 with parental guidance. The story provides a critical look at historical legal practices, offering an opportunity for thoughtful discussion.