Coyote at Pinon Place (Smithsonian's Backyard)
Deborah Dennard
Coyote at Pinon Place (Smithsonian's Backyard)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Deborah Dennard
Illustrated by Don Stewart
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Have you ever wondered what happens when a curious coyote explores the edge of the forest near a house? This young coyote meets colorful birds, a rattlesnake, and a clever woodrat as he searches for food. What will he discover before nightfall in this wild backyard?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This gentle fictional story follows a young coyote as he navigates the natural world between the forest and a human home, encountering various animals along the way. Ideal for early readers ages 5-8, it combines engaging storytelling with educational facts about coyotes. The book offers a calm introduction to wildlife and habitats without any intense content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781568997476
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Soundprints
- Published
- September 1999
- Type
- Fiction