Coyote Moon
Martin Booth
Coyote Moon
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Martin Booth
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.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
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?
Themes
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 — MildLight 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
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
Coyote Tales
Thomas King
Coyote Tales
Thomas King
Ghost Moon Desert Legends Trilogy
John Wilson
Ghost Moon Desert Legends Trilogy
John Wilson
Coyote
Natalie Lunis
Coyote
Natalie Lunis
Cowboys and Cattle Country
Don Ward
Cowboys and Cattle Country
Don Ward
Coyote Lost and Found
Dan Gemeinhart
Coyote Lost and Found
Dan Gemeinhart
Cowboys
David L. Harrison
Cowboys
David L. Harrison
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780552550017
- Pages
- 209
- Publisher
- Corgi
- Published
- July 5, 2005
- Type
- Fiction