Captains courageous
Rudyard Kipling
Captains courageous
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Rudyard Kipling
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
When young Harvey Cheyne falls into the sea during a voyage, a group of hardworking New England fishermen pulls him to safety. As he adjusts to life aboard their boat, Harvey learns valuable lessons about courage, friendship, and growing up on the open ocean. His adventure transforms him from a privileged boy into a confident young man.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
9/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 1577656830
- Pages
- 238
- Publisher
- ABDO
- Published
- 2002
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 17,706
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 58m
- Text Density
- Light Text