What reading level is John Smith?

John Smith by Tara Baukus Mello is at a Level 6-7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is John Smith appropriate for?

John Smith is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is John Smith?

John Smith is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction. Part of the Colonial Leaders series.

Does John Smith have any content warnings?

John Smith 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 Smith?

John Smith by Tara Baukus Mello is 77 pages (approximately 7,408 words).

John Smith

Tara Baukus Mello

John Smith

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tara Baukus Mello

Colonial Leaders

Reading Level 6-7 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot Page-Turner

The text is written at a 6th 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

Journey back to the early days of America with the adventurous John Smith, a brave leader who guided the Jamestown settlers through challenges and helped shape the first English colony in Virginia. Discover the exciting struggles and triumphs of exploration and survival in a new land.

Themes

BiographyExplorationHistoryAdventure 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 9-12.