On good land

Michael Ableman

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On good land

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Autobiography of an Urban Farm

by Michael Ableman

Reading Level 4-5 9LT 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it takes to grow a farm that lasts over a hundred years? Imagine a bright green garden blooming right in the middle of a busy town, filled with hardworking farmers and fresh, tasty food. But how did Fairview Gardens survive all the changes around it?

Themes

Organic FarmingFamilyHistoryCommunitySustainability

Quick Assessment

On Good Land tells the story of Fairview Gardens, a century-old organic farm nestled in suburban Santa Barbara. This middle-grade book explores themes of sustainable farming, community, and history through the lens of real-life farming practices. Appropriate for ages 9-12, it offers a meaningful look at agriculture and environmental stewardship without intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LT — Light — Thematic
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
9
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
0811819213
Pages
144
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Published
1998
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Ableman, MichaelOrganic FarmingCaliforniaSanta BarbaraFarmersFairview Gardens

People

Michael Ableman

Places

Calif.) Fairview Gardens (Santa BarbaraCaliforniaFairview Gardens (Santa Barbara, Calif.)Santa Barbara