Cowboys and cattle drives

Edith S. McCall

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Cowboys and cattle drives

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Edith S. McCall

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The crack of a whip slices through the dusty air as hooves thunder across the open plains. Feel the grit of dirt and the warmth of the sun on your skin while riding alongside cowboys on a wild cattle drive. These brave men face the endless horizon, chasing freedom and adventure under the vast western sky.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fictional book explores the lives and adventures of four iconic cowboys in the American West, blending historical elements with engaging storytelling. Suitable for ages 9-12, it introduces readers to the challenges and culture of cattle drives without intense conflict or mature themes. Parents can expect a vivid portrayal of cowboy life that supports learning about U.S. western history in an accessible way.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

126 pages
ISBN
9780516033129
Pages
126
Publisher
Children's Press(CT)
Published
1964
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

CowboysWestCattle Trails

Places

West (U.S.)