Morning Star, Black Sun

Brent K. Ashabranner

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Morning Star, Black Sun

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Northern Cheyenne Indians and America's Energy Crisis

by Brent K. Ashabranner

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

There’s a secret about the Northern Cheyenne people and their land that most don’t know. They’ve been fighting to protect their home from powerful coal companies that want to take it away. But that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction novel explores the struggles of the Northern Cheyenne tribe as they confront the U.S. government and coal mining companies threatening their land. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, it provides insight into Native American history and environmental issues with sensitivity. Parents should note themes of conflict and cultural preservation presented in an age-appropriate manner.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Social Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

154 pages
ISBN
9789992052242
Pages
154
Publisher
Putnam Pub Group Juv
Published
May 1982
Type
Fiction

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