Run the blockade
G. Clifton Wisler
Run the blockade
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by G. Clifton Wisler
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
At just fourteen, Henry embarks on a daring journey as a ship's boy and lookout on the British vessel, the Banshee. Facing the dangers of the Civil War seas, he helps navigate through the challenging Yankee blockade along the Southern coast. Adventure and courage guide him through this thrilling maritime mission.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, war & conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0688165389
- Pages
- 122
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Children's Books
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 30,743
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 25m
- Text Density
- Dense