Davy Crockett
Rick Burke
Davy Crockett
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Rick Burke
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
Davy Crockett wasn’t just any frontiersman—he was a legendary hero who stood up for what he believed was right! From the wild forests to the halls of Congress, his adventures changed history. Discover why his courage still matters today.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This early reader biography introduces young children to the life of Davy Crockett, focusing on his role as a pioneer and politician who fought for Texas independence. The book is suitable for ages 5-8 and uses simple language appropriate for early readers. It highlights historical themes about frontier life and American history with no intense content.
Why we rated Davy Crockett 7C
Davy Crockett is written at a Level 2 reading level across 32 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Davy Crockett works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Davy Crockett as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Davy Crockett explores biography, history, pioneers, adventure, and american history — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about biography, history, pioneers.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781403441980
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Capstone Classroom
- Published
- 2004
- Type
- Nonfiction