Jump Ship to Freedom

James Lincoln Collier, Christopher Collier

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Jump Ship to Freedom

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by James Lincoln Collier, Christopher Collier

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The salty sea air stings Daniel’s nose as wooden planks creak beneath his feet. His heart pounds with every step on the ship bound for the West Indies—a place where freedom feels like a distant dream. Can Daniel’s courage and quick thinking help him escape the waves and find the safety he so desperately needs?

Quick Assessment

Set during the Revolutionary era, this story follows Daniel Arabus, a young boy fighting to reclaim his and his mother’s freedom after losing vital documents that prove their right to liberty. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book explores themes of bravery, injustice, and resilience in the face of slavery and hardship. Parents should be aware that the story contains historical depictions of slavery and the dangers Daniel faces on his journey.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Physical Danger Historical
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

139 pages
ISBN
9789993020127
Pages
139
Publisher
Blackstone Publishing
Published
July 1989
Type
Fiction

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