Little Hobo
by Dave Sargent
Illustrated by Lori Block
Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
An inspiring tale about a young boy facing difficult challenges at home, learning to navigate loss and hardship with courage and hope. Through his journey, he discovers the power of resilience and the importance of finding support in unexpected places.
Representation & Themes
FamilyComing of AgeSocial Justice
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — Moderate Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Loss & Grief Child Abuse Substance Use
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 1567630502
- Publisher
- Ozark Publishing
- Published
- July 1996
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 12,812
Genres
Child abuse
Subjects
Family - GeneralSocial Issues - Death & DyingSocial Issues - Drugs, Alcohol, & Substance AbuseChildren's 4-8 - Fiction - GeneralChild abuseRunawaysFiction