What reading level is Drum of Destiny?

Drum of Destiny by Chris Stevenson is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Drum of Destiny appropriate for?

Drum of Destiny is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety, Man vs. Man Conflict.

Does Drum of Destiny have any content warnings?

Drum of Destiny has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety, Man vs. Man Conflict. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Drum of Destiny?

Drum of Destiny by Chris Stevenson is 224 pages.

Drum of Destiny

Chris Stevenson

Drum of Destiny

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Chris Stevenson

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if you found a mysterious drum floating in the river that could change your destiny? Twelve-year-old Gabriel Cooper is stuck in a house full of loyalists during the American Revolution, but that drum calls him to join the fight for freedom. Will he brave the dangerous journey from New York to Boston and become a hero?

Themes

Adventure Historical Coming of Age Family Friendship

Quick Assessment

Set during the American Revolution, this historical fiction follows twelve-year-old Gabriel Cooper, an orphan living among loyalists who discovers a drum that inspires him to join the patriot cause. The story combines adventure with rich historical detail and explores themes of courage, identity, and conflict. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers a fast-paced narrative that complements history lessons without intense content.