What reading level is Dan?

Dan by Dave Sargent is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Dan appropriate for?

Dan is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

Does Dan have any content warnings?

Dan has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Dan?

Dan by Dave Sargent is 36 pages.

Dan

Dave Sargent

Dan

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

(Dappled Mahogany Bay) Determination

by Dave Sargent

Illustrated by Jane Lenoir

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

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

What if you could step back in time to the year 1775, when the world was about to change forever? Imagine meeting Dan, a brave horse caught in the middle of a great revolution, where loyalty is tested and every choice matters. Will Dan find a way to help shape history or get lost in the chaos?

Themes

HistoryHorsesLoyaltyRevolutionFamily Adventure

Quick Assessment

This early reader book introduces young children to the historical period of the American Revolution through the eyes of Dan, a horse who experiences loyalty and challenges during 1775-1783. Suitable for ages 5 to 8, it blends fiction with historical themes, helping children understand important values like courage and friendship. The story is gentle with no intense conflict, making it appropriate for early readers interested in history and animals.