What reading level is Runaway train?

Runaway train by Wim Coleman is at a Level 3-4 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Runaway train appropriate for?

Runaway train is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is Runaway train?

Runaway train is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction. Part of the Setting the Stage for Fluency series.

Does Runaway train have any content warnings?

Runaway train has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Runaway train?

Runaway train by Wim Coleman is 40 pages (approximately 3,910 words).

Runaway train

Wim Coleman

Runaway train

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Saved by Belle of the Mines and Mountains

by Wim Coleman

Illustrated by Renaud, Joanne, illustrator

Setting the Stage for Fluency

Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Matched Page-Turner

The text is written at a 3rd 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

In 1856, adventurous Bella Lee Dunkinson escapes the quiet countryside by working alongside a railroad engineer, taking on challenges usually reserved for boys. When a fierce storm hits, she must steer a runaway train up a treacherous mountain all on her own, proving her courage and skill. Her daring journey earns her the admiration of the mountain miners, who celebrate her bravery and spirit.