George Rogers Clark, boy of the Northwest frontier

Katharine Elliott Wilkie

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George Rogers Clark, boy of the Northwest frontier

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Katharine Elliott Wilkie

Young Patriots

Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Discover the early adventures of a young boy who grew up to be a brave explorer and soldier, shaping the future of America's Northwest Territory. Follow his journey from frontier childhood to heroic battles during the Revolutionary War. This inspiring tale brings history to life for young readers eager to learn about courage and discovery.

Themes

HistoricalAdventureComing of AgeFrontier LifeBiography

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, historical. 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 Historical
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8
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Details

Book Length

114 pages
17,937 words
2h 0m read-aloud
ISBN
188285943X
Pages
114
Publisher
Patria Press
Published
2004
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
17,937
Read-Aloud
~2h 0m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Biography & Autobiography

Subjects

Clark, George Rogers, 1752-1818Childhood and YouthChildhood and YouthFrontier and Pioneer LifeNorthwest, OldPioneer ChildrenGeneralsUnited StatesTo 1775