Coyote Moon

Martin Booth

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Coyote Moon

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Martin Booth

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Daniel gallops out of the tangled Texas brush, dust swirling behind his horse. He’s just found shelter at Dark Creek ranch, but when Matt rides off to fight in the war, Daniel, Trinity, and two trusty cowhands face a huge challenge: moving 50 cattle across 680 miles of wild land. Can they keep the herd safe and reach Kansas before trouble catches up?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction follows 12-year-old Daniel as he navigates the challenges of a cattle drive during the Civil War era. Set against the backdrop of the western frontier, the story explores themes of responsibility, courage, and friendship. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains mild peril related to the journey and historical conflict, but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Historical Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

209 pages
ISBN
9780552550017
Pages
209
Publisher
Corgi
Published
July 5, 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

WesternsAction & AdventureAdventure And Adventurers_fictionTexas_fictionHistoricalUnited StatesCivil War PeriodCattle DrivesCowboysRanch Life