What reading level is Home in Ithaca?

Home in Ithaca by Ernest Gabrielson is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Home in Ithaca appropriate for?

Home in Ithaca is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is Home in Ithaca?

Home in Ithaca is fiction — Fiction.

Does Home in Ithaca have any content warnings?

Home in Ithaca has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Home in Ithaca?

Home in Ithaca by Ernest Gabrielson is 120 pages.

Home in Ithaca

Ernest Gabrielson

Home in Ithaca

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel of Ancient Greece and Troy

by Ernest Gabrielson

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The salty sea breeze carries whispers of adventure and worry as waves crash against the rocky shores of Ithaca. Inside the stone walls, a young boy sharpens his skills with a wooden sword while his mother weaves plans to protect their home. Courage and hope fill the air, but the wait for Odysseus feels endless and full of unknown dangers.

Themes

Historical FictionFamily Coming of Age Adventure

Quick Assessment

Set in ancient Ithaca, this historical fiction explores the challenges faced by Odysseus’ family during his long absence. The story highlights themes of bravery, resilience, and family loyalty suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the presence of mild peril and emotional tension as the characters navigate survival and growth in a historically inspired setting.