Jericho's journey

G. Clifton Wisler

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Jericho's journey

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by G. Clifton Wisler

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

Jericho Wetherby and his family face wild weather and tough challenges on their long journey from Tennessee to Texas. Through hailstorms, blizzards, and muddy trails, they discover what it means to stick together and keep hope alive. This tale captures the excitement and struggles of pioneer life on the frontier.

Themes

FamilyAdventureHistoricalFrontier and Pioneer Life

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, physical danger. 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 Physical Danger
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

137 pages
30,135 words
3h 21m read-aloud
ISBN
0525674284
Pages
137
Publisher
Dutton Juvenile
Published
1993
Type
Fiction
Word Count
30,135
Read-Aloud
~3h 21m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Frontier and Pioneer LifeBrothers and SistersSize