Rodeo rider

Bonnie Bryant

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Rodeo rider

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Bonnie Bryant

Reading Level 4-5 9C 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to ride a horse in a rodeo? Carole, Stevie, and Lisa get to visit their friend Kate at her family’s dude ranch just as the big rodeo comes to town. But will they be able to take part in the excitement, or will unexpected challenges get in their way?

Themes

FriendshipRiding clubsRodeosHorses

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows Carole, Stevie, and Lisa as they visit their friend Kate at her family’s dude ranch during rodeo season. It explores themes of friendship and horseback riding, making it ideal for readers aged 9 to 12 who enjoy stories about animals and outdoor adventures. The content is appropriate for the target age group with no notable mature themes.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

132 pages
ISBN
9780553158212
Pages
132
Publisher
Yearling
Published
1990
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FriendshipRiding ClubsRodeosHorsesRanch Life