Cry to the night wind
Smith, Thomas H. C.M.
Cry to the night wind
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Smith, Thomas H. C.M.
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
David, the son of a British Navy captain, accompanies his father on a voyage surveying the west coast of North America, and encountering Indians and danger when the ship's crew threatens to mutiny in order to plunder secret Indian gold.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
Why we rated Cry to the night wind Level 0
Cry to the night wind is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 160 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Cry to the night wind works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Cry to the night wind as Unrated because the content sits in the "Unrated" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the unrated intensity score.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0670807508
- Pages
- 160
- Publisher
- Viking Kestrel
- Published
- 1986
- Type
- Fiction