Cover of John Muir

John Muir

Naturalist and Explorer

by Charles W. Maynard

Famous Explorers of the American West; PowerKids Press

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

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the inspiring journey of a boy from Scotland who grew up exploring the wild forests of Wisconsin, eventually becoming a passionate protector of nature. Follow his adventures as he travels to California and dedicates his life to studying and preserving the natural world. His story shows how one person's love for the outdoors can lead to lasting change.

Representation & Themes

BiographyScience & NatureAdventureComing of AgeHistorical

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0823962911
Pages
24
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Published
August 2003
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,620

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

GeneralBiography & Autobiography - Science & TechnologyJuvenile NonfictionChildren's Baby/PS - Biography1838-1914BiographyConservationistsJuvenile literatureMuir, John,NaturalistsUnited StatesChildren: Grades 2-3Explorers, juvenile literatureMuir, john, 1838-1914