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Little Joe

by Sandra Neil Wallace

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

At just nine years old, Eli cares for his very first bull calf, nurturing it with patience and love. As the county fair approaches, he eagerly prepares to show off his hard work and dedication to friends and family. This heartwarming tale captures the excitement and pride of growing up on a farm.

Representation & Themes

Coming of AgeFamilyAnimalsAdventure

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

Details

ISBN
9780375860973
Pages
184
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published
2010
Type
Fiction
Word Count
36,967

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Country lifeJuvenile fictionFarm lifeBullsFictionChildren's fictionFarm life, fictionCountry life, fictionDomestic animals, fictionCattle