Over the edge.

David Westheimer

Cover of Over the edge.

Over the edge.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by David Westheimer

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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 American West isn’t just cowboys and gold rushes—it’s full of surprising stories about real people from all backgrounds who shaped its wild history. From secret laws to daring adventures, this book flips what you thought you knew about the West upside down. Discover how history’s untold heroes changed everything—and why their stories still matter today.

Quick Assessment

Over the Edge offers a thought-provoking exploration of the American West, focusing on diverse and often overlooked perspectives including multicultural contributions and social issues like immigration and legal challenges. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it blends history with critical analysis, encouraging young readers to think beyond traditional narratives. Parents should note that the book deals with complex themes such as racial laws and cultural identity in an age-appropriate way.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Identity & Self-Discovery Racial Discrimination
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

254 pages
ISBN
0316931527
Pages
254
Publisher
Little, Brown
Published
1972
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fiction in EnglishMiddle-aged MenConflict of Generations