What reading level is Kate's House?

Kate's House by Mary Francis Shura is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Kate's House appropriate for?

Kate's House is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Kate's House?

Kate's House is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Kate's House have any content warnings?

Kate's House 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 Kate's House?

Kate's House by Mary Francis Shura is 198 pages.

Kate's House

Mary Francis Shura

Kate's House

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Francis Shura

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Kate is braver than anyone in the wild Oregon frontier—and she proves it by facing the dark woods that scare everyone else. As her world changes with a new baby on the way and a friend who almost leaves, Kate discovers what it truly means to call a place home. This story shows why courage isn’t just about facing danger, but about finding where you belong.

Themes

Frontier and pioneer lifeFamily Friendship Coming of Age Historical

Quick Assessment

Set in frontier Oregon, this middle-grade novel follows eleven-year-old Kate as she navigates the challenges of pioneer life, fear of the unfamiliar woods, and changes in her family. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story gently explores themes of adaptation, friendship, and family growth without any intense content. It's a heartfelt portrayal of resilience and belonging in a historical setting.