What reading level is Ghetto cowboy?

Ghetto cowboy by Greg Neri is at a Level 4 reading level (Lexile 660L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Ghetto cowboy appropriate for?

Ghetto cowboy is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Bullying, Physical Danger, Poverty & Hardship, Family Change.

What genre is Ghetto cowboy?

Ghetto cowboy is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Ghetto cowboy have any content warnings?

Ghetto cowboy has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Bullying, Physical Danger, Poverty & Hardship, Family Change. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Ghetto cowboy

Greg Neri

Ghetto cowboy

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Greg Neri

Reading Level 4 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Heads Up Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Thrown into a tough Philadelphia neighborhood, Cole discovers a surprising world where cowboys ride horses through the city streets. As he learns the ropes at his dad’s stables, Cole faces challenges that test his courage and loyalty. When the city threatens their way of life, he must stand strong to protect the horses and the friends who become family.

Themes

Family Friendship Coming of Age Social Justice Adventure Multicultural

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include bullying, physical danger, poverty & hardship. Written for readers ages 9-12.