Laura Ingalls Wilder

Carin T. Ford

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Laura Ingalls Wilder

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Real-life Pioneer of the Little House Books

by Carin T. Ford

People to Know (Enslow)

Reading Level 6-7 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 6th 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

Step into the adventurous life of Laura Ingalls Wilder as she journeys through the untamed American frontier with her family. Experience the challenges and joys of pioneer days, from traveling in covered wagons to enduring harsh winters, all while discovering the woman who shared these stories with the world. This captivating tale brings to life the courage and spirit of a true trailblazer.

Themes

Frontier and pioneer lifeBiographyFamilyHistoricalWomen pioneers

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with gentle content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
19,742 words
2h 12m read-aloud
ISBN
076602105X
Pages
112
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Published
2003
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
19,742
Read-Aloud
~2h 12m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Wilder, Laura Ingalls, 1867-1957Authors, American20th CenturyWomen PioneersUnited StatesFrontier and Pioneer LifeAuthorshipWomenAmerican AuthorsTechniqueWilderLaura Ingalls1867-1957PioneersWomen, United States, Biography

People

Laura Ingalls Wilder (1867-1957)

Places

United States