Holding up the earth
Dianne E. Gray
Holding up the earth
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Dianne E. Gray
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
Hope, a fourteen-year-old girl, travels to her new foster mom's farm in Nebraska and uncovers the lives of four girls from different eras through diaries, letters, and stories. As she explores their experiences from 1869 to 1960, she connects deeply with the history and spirit of the land. This journey weaves together past and present, revealing the strength and hopes of young girls across generations.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include divorce & family change. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0618007032
- Pages
- 210
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 46,145
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 8m
- Text Density
- Standard