Little house in Brookfield
Maria D. Wilkes
Little house in Brookfield
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Maria D. Wilkes
The text is written at a 5th 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
Set in 1845, a young girl named Caroline learns to navigate life on the frontier in Brookfield, Wisconsin, after the loss of her father at sea. With her family facing new challenges, Caroline takes on important roles to support them, discovering courage and resilience along the way. This story invites readers to explore the early days of pioneer life through the eyes of a spirited and determined child.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, family change, mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0064406105
- Pages
- 298
- Publisher
- HarperColl
- Published
- 1996
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 47,905
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 19m
- Text Density
- Standard