Polo Cowboy

G. Neri

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Polo Cowboy

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by G. Neri

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

Cole moves in with his dad and dreams of riding alongside Philadelphia's urban cowboys with his horse, Boo. When he takes a job as a stable hand at a prestigious polo academy, he faces snobby players and tough challenges but finds an unexpected friend in Ruthie, the team’s determined first female player. Together, they navigate rivalry, hard work, and difficult choices while Cole imagines a future where he belongs.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, bullying. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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 Bullying
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

289 pages
47,654 words
5h 18m read-aloud
ISBN
9781536207118
Pages
289
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Published
2021
Type
Fiction
Word Count
47,654
Read-Aloud
~5h 18m
Text Density
Standard

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