Last of the Breed (Adventures of Wishbone)
Alexander Steele
Last of the Breed (Adventures of Wishbone)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Alexander Steele
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
The crisp crunch of leaves underfoot fills the quiet forest as Wishbone steps carefully through the shadows. The scent of pine and smoke lingers in the air, hinting at hidden dangers just beyond the trees. Every rustle could mean a new challenge—how will Wishbone navigate this wild adventure?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction retells the classic story of The Last of the Mohicans through the eyes of Wishbone, offering an accessible introduction to historical adventure for readers aged 9 to 12. The book contains action and adventure themes appropriate for this age group, with no intense content. It encourages interest in literature and history through an engaging narrative.
Why we rated Last of the Breed (Adventures of Wishbone) 9LP
Last of the Breed (Adventures of Wishbone) is written at a Level 4-5 reading level. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Last of the Breed (Adventures of Wishbone) works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Last of the Breed (Adventures of Wishbone) as 9LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, Last of the Breed (Adventures of Wishbone) explores adventure, historical fiction, friendship, courage, and nature — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, historical fiction, friendship.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780613233071
- Publisher
- Econo-Clad Books
- Published
- September 1999
- Type
- Fiction