What reading level is King of the Wind?

King of the Wind by Marguerite Henry is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is King of the Wind appropriate for?

King of the Wind is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear).

What genre is King of the Wind?

King of the Wind is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does King of the Wind have any content warnings?

King of the Wind has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is King of the Wind?

King of the Wind by Marguerite Henry is 172 pages.

King of the Wind

Marguerite Henry

King of the Wind

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Story of the Godolphin Arabian

by Marguerite Henry

Illustrated by Wesley Dennis

Reading Level 4-5 9C 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

The sharp scent of hay and the rhythmic clatter of hooves fill the air as Sham, a proud Arabian stallion, gallops across the English countryside. From exotic Morocco to misty England, his journey is full of new sights and sounds that change everything. Through courage and friendship, Sham's story will stir your heart like a gentle breeze.

Themes

Farm Life & Ranch LifeFriendship AdventureAnimalsHistorical

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction novel follows Sham, an Arabian stallion born in Morocco, and his mute stable boy as they travel to England and impact the Thoroughbred horse breed. Suitable for readers ages 9-12, it offers themes of loyalty, perseverance, and cross-cultural friendship with gentle depictions of farm life and animal care. The story contains no intense content, making it appropriate for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear

Emotional

Clear

Physical

Clear

Social

Clear

Thematic

Clear

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

172 pages

ISBN: 9781416927860
Pages: 172
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: December 26, 2006
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

LifestylesFarm Life & Ranch LifeAnimalsHorsesClassicsPeople & PlacesEuropeArabian HorseNewbery MedalLarge Type BooksEnglandAward:Newbery_awardLexile:830Lexile_range:801-900Age:min:9Age:max:11Grade:min:3Grade:max:7

People

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Places

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