What reading level is Little soldier?

Little soldier by Bernard Ashley is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Little soldier appropriate for?

Little soldier is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Violence, Foster Care, Racial Discrimination.

What genre is Little soldier?

Little soldier is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Little soldier have any content warnings?

Little soldier has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Violence, Foster Care, Racial Discrimination. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Little soldier?

Little soldier by Bernard Ashley is 230 pages (approximately 49,687 words).

Little soldier

Bernard Ashley

Little soldier

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Bernard Ashley

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 5th 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

Kaninda, a young boy brought from Africa to a London foster home after losing his family to tribal conflict, faces the harsh realities of anger and revenge. As he navigates life in the city, he learns powerful lessons about overcoming hatred and finding hope. This journey reveals the strength found in forgiveness and understanding.