Legend of Jimmy Spoon

Kristiana Gregory

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Legend of Jimmy Spoon

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kristiana Gregory

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if you were a young boy who left everything behind to live with the Shoshoni Indians on the wild frontier? Imagine learning their ways, facing new challenges, and discovering what it truly means to belong. But when danger looms, will you be ready to protect your new home?

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction novel follows a young white boy who becomes part of the Shoshoni community during early frontier times. It explores themes of cultural identity, survival, and friendship suitable for middle-grade readers ages 9-12. The story contains some mild peril related to frontier life but is appropriate for children in this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

ISBN
9780606123914
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
1991-08-01
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Indians of North AmericaRunawaysShoshoni Indians