Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest
Ann McGovern
Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Ann McGovern
Illustrated by Tracey Sugarman
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 rustle of arrows cuts through the cool forest air, mingling with the whispers of the trees. Hidden beneath the green canopy, Robin Hood and his merry band plan their next daring rescue to help those in need. Courage and friendship shine bright in the heart of Sherwood Forest, where every shadow tells a story.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This retelling of the Robin Hood legend follows the heroic outlaw and his loyal followers as they stand up against unfair laws during Prince John's reign. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it offers action-packed adventures paired with classic themes of justice and friendship, complemented by vivid illustrations. Parents should know the story involves historical conflict but is presented in an age-appropriate way.
Why we rated Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest 9LE
Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 128 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest as 9LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest explores adventure, friendship, historical, and classics — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, friendship, historical.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780606214018
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Turtleback Books
- Published
- August 2001
- Type
- Nonfiction