What reading level is McHenry's last shoot-out?

McHenry's last shoot-out by James A. Janke is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is McHenry's last shoot-out appropriate for?

McHenry's last shoot-out is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9MP (Moderate — Physical).

What genre is McHenry's last shoot-out?

McHenry's last shoot-out is fiction — Western stories.

Does McHenry's last shoot-out have any content warnings?

McHenry's last shoot-out has a HootRating of 9MP (Moderate — Physical). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is McHenry's last shoot-out?

McHenry's last shoot-out by James A. Janke is 185 pages.

McHenry's last shoot-out

James A. Janke

McHenry's last shoot-out

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by James A. Janke

Reading Level 4-5 9MP Ages 9-12 Matched

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

Jason McHenry is the fastest shooter in the West, but this time, it’s not a duel he’s facing—it’s a dangerous ride through Apache territory where every moment counts. With danger lurking at every turn, can Jason protect his friends and survive the journey? This is a showdown that could change everything.

Themes

Adventure HistoricalWest (U.S.)Survival

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction follows Jason McHenry on a tense stagecoach journey from the Arizona desert to Chicago, where he encounters Apache warriors. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story includes themes of courage and survival in the Old West with mild peril typical of Western adventures. Parents should note some scenes involve conflict and suspense but are appropriate for this reading level.