Copper Lady (On My Own History (Sagebrush))
Alice Ross
Copper Lady (On My Own History (Sagebrush))
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Alice Ross
Illustrated by Leslie Bowman
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
The ship creaks and sways as the great copper statue looms overhead. A young Parisian orphan clings to the shadows, heart pounding—what will happen if they’re discovered on this voyage to a new world?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This historical fiction novel follows a Parisian orphan who, after aiding in the creation of the Statue of Liberty, stows away on the ship transporting it to America. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of adventure, courage, and historical events with age-appropriate language and content.
Why we rated Copper Lady (On My Own History (Sagebrush)) 9LP
Copper Lady (On My Own History (Sagebrush)) is written at a Level 4-5 reading level. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Copper Lady (On My Own History (Sagebrush)) works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Copper Lady (On My Own History (Sagebrush)) as 9LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, Copper Lady (On My Own History (Sagebrush)) explores historical - general, adventure, and coming of age — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about historical - general, adventure, coming of age.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780613771450
- Publisher
- Turtleback
- Published
- October 1996
- Type
- Fiction