Double Buckeyes

Bud Shuster

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Double Buckeyes

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by Bud Shuster

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

The crisp autumn air smells like wood smoke and fresh earth as leaves crunch beneath your feet. In a small Pennsylvania town, the hum of daily life blends old traditions with new beginnings. Amid cozy family moments and the changing world, hearts hold tight to memories and hope.

Themes

FamilyGrandfathersHistorical FictionCommunity

Quick Assessment

Set in a small Pennsylvania town during a pivotal time in American history, this middle-grade fiction explores family bonds and community life through the eyes of young characters and their grandfathers. Appropriate for ages 9-12, the story gently reflects on change and heritage without intense conflict or mature themes.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

149 pages
ISBN
9781572491779
Pages
149
Publisher
White Mane Publishing Company
Published
1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

GrandfathersFamilyPennsylvaniaFamiliesMothers and SonsFarm LifeWomen FarmersWidowsRural FamiliesMères Et FilsRomans, NouvellesFamilles RuralesAgricultricesVie À La FermeVeuves

Places

Pennsylvania