Finding her way

Anne G. Faigen

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Finding her way

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anne G. Faigen

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

In 1845 Concord, young Rachel dreams of becoming an artist but faces family hardships and drought that challenge her path. With the support of Henry David Thoreau and the inspiring Margaret Fuller, she finds courage to pursue her passion and navigate the world of art and social change. Along the way, Rachel confronts societal expectations and discovers the strength to follow her own path.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, poverty & hardship, social justice. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Poverty & Hardship Social Justice
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

187 pages
45,976 words
5h 7m read-aloud
ISBN
0880924055
Pages
187
Publisher
Royal Fireworks Publishing Company
Published
1997
Type
Fiction
Word Count
45,976
Read-Aloud
~5h 7m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Walden Pond (Concord, Mass.)

Subjects

Thoreau, Henry David, 1817-1862Fuller, Margaret, 1810-1850ArtistsSex Role