What reading level is One Sky Above Us?

One Sky Above Us by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is One Sky Above Us appropriate for?

One Sky Above Us is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Identity & Self-Discovery.

What genre is One Sky Above Us?

One Sky Above Us is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does One Sky Above Us have any content warnings?

One Sky Above Us has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Identity & Self-Discovery. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is One Sky Above Us?

One Sky Above Us by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel is 178 pages.

One Sky Above Us

Elizabeth Cody Kimmel

One Sky Above Us

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel

Illustrated by Scott Snow

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

The crackle of the campfire fills the cool night air, mingling with the distant call of coyotes under the vast Kansas sky. Bill Cody and his family are carving out a new life on the frontier, where every sunrise brings challenges and the promise of hope. Surrounded by neighbors with different beliefs, Bill must find courage and friendship in unexpected places.

Themes

Historical Family FriendshipAction & AdventureSocial Justice

Quick Assessment

Set in 19th-century Kansas, this middle-grade historical fiction follows young Bill Cody and his family as they build a home on the frontier while navigating complex relationships with their Kickapoo neighbors and standing firm against pro-slavery sentiments around them. The book thoughtfully addresses themes of community, courage, and moral conviction, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should note the historical context includes discussions of abolitionism and differing viewpoints on slavery.