Cowboys and cattle drives
Edith S. McCall
Cowboys and cattle drives
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Edith S. McCall
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 — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780516033129
- Pages
- 126
- Publisher
- Children's Press(CT)
- Published
- 1964
- Type
- Nonfiction