What reading level is John Muir?

John Muir by Kathryn Lasky is at a Level 6-7 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is John Muir appropriate for?

John Muir is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is John Muir?

John Muir is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does John Muir have any content warnings?

John Muir 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 John Muir?

John Muir by Kathryn Lasky is 56 pages (approximately 4,471 words).

John Muir

Kathryn Lasky

John Muir

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

America's First Environmentalist

by Kathryn Lasky

Reading Level 6-7 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Sweet Spot

A Junior Library Guild selection

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the adventurous journey of a young explorer who traveled from the wild moors of Scotland to the forests of America, learning about plants and animals along the way. After overcoming a temporary loss of sight, he set out on an inspiring walk that deepened his love for nature and helped protect beautiful places like Yosemite. His passion sparked a movement to conserve the natural world for everyone to enjoy.

Themes

BiographyNature & ScienceConservationAdventure Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with gentle content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.