What reading level is Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette?

Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette by Mary Mapes Dodge is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette appropriate for?

Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette?

Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette is fiction.

Does Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette have any content warnings?

Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette?

Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette by Mary Mapes Dodge is 176 pages.

Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette

Mary Mapes Dodge

Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates/Cassette

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Mapes Dodge

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The crisp snap of frozen ice echoes beneath swift silver skates, cutting through the chilly Dutch air. You can almost taste the cold wind as Hans Brinker races across the canal, heart pounding with hope and determination. In a world of bravery and family love, every glide brings a dream closer—but can he overcome the challenges ahead?

Themes

ClassicsFamily Adventure Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates is a classic middle-grade novel that follows a young Dutch boy's adventures and challenges as he competes in a skating race. Suitable for ages 9-12, this enduring story highlights themes of courage, family, and perseverance with gentle conflicts appropriate for this age group. Parents can expect a timeless tale that combines historical Dutch culture with universal values.