What reading level is Dream Catcher?

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

What age is Dream Catcher appropriate for?

Dream Catcher is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7LE (Light — Emotional). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is Dream Catcher?

Dream Catcher is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Dream Catcher have any content warnings?

Dream Catcher has a HootRating of 7LE (Light — Emotional). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Dream Catcher?

Dream Catcher by Dave Sargent is 42 pages.

Dream Catcher

Dave Sargent

Dream Catcher

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Be Strong (Story Keepers Set I)

by Dave Sargent

Reading Level 2 7LE Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

There’s a secret power hidden inside Kohana’s dreams that no one else knows about. He’s about to go on his very first buffalo hunt, but those scary dreams could change everything. What will happen when the dream catcher starts working—but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Fairy Tales & Folklore - Native AmericanSocial Issues - ValuesIndians of North AmericaLakota IndiansComing of Age

Quick Assessment

Dream Catcher follows Kohana, a young Lakota boy, as he prepares for his first buffalo hunt while learning to overcome troubling dreams with the help of traditional Native American folklore. This early reader introduces cultural themes and values relevant to Native American heritage, suitable for children ages 5-8. The story contains gentle fantasy elements and positive messages about courage and community.

For Parents

Content Intensity

7LE — Light — Emotional

Emotional

Light ←

Physical

Light

Social

Clear

Thematic

Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

42 pages

ISBN: 9781567639124
Pages: 42
Publisher: Ozark Publications
Published: May 30, 2003
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Fairy Tales & FolkloreNative AmericanShort StoriesSocial IssuesValuesIndianns of North AmericaLakota IndiansPeople & PlacesUnited StatesChapter BooksPicturebooksDreamsIndians of North AmericaSouth DakotaTeton IndiansNative Americans

Places

South Dakota