Rascal

Dave Sargent

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Rascal

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

(Red Dun) Responsible Leadership

by Dave Sargent

Illustrated by Jane Lenoir

Reading Level 2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Rascal gallops through the tall grass, heart pounding as cowboys chase nearby. His mother is captured, but Rascal isn’t ready to give up. What will he do next when the cowboys close in?

Themes

FictionHorsesWild horsesAdventureFamily

Quick Assessment

This early reader story follows Rascal, a wild horse frightened by cowboys who have captured his mother. Suitable for ages 5-8, it explores themes of courage and family through simple language and engaging action. Parents should know it includes mild tension around animal capture but is appropriate for young readers.

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
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

42 pages
ISBN
9781567637113
Pages
42
Publisher
Ozark Publishing
Published
November 2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Wild horses

Subjects

HorsesWild Horses