Journey to Gonzales

Melodie A. Cuate

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Journey to Gonzales

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Melodie A. Cuate

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

Nick isn’t just any kid—he’s a time traveler who steps into the chaos of 1835 Texas! While Hannah and Jackie uncover secrets in a Mexican army camp, Nick races to shape history at the Battle of Gonzales. What he does next could change everything.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction blends time travel with the real events leading to the 1835 Battle of Gonzales in Texas. Suitable for readers around ages 9-12, it offers an engaging way to explore history, military life, and cultural perspectives with age-appropriate adventure and mild peril. Parents should note the historical conflict setting but will find no graphic violence or mature content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

184 pages
ISBN
9780896726246
Pages
184
Publisher
Texas Tech University Press
Published
2008
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Time TravelSchoolsGonzales, Battle Of, Gonzales, Tex., 1835TexasRevolution, 1835-1836

Places

Texas1835 Gonzales, Battle of, Gonzales, Tex.