Rusty

Ellen F. Feld

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Rusty

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ellen F. Feld

Morgan Horse

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Heather takes a chance by training her beautiful bay horse, Rusty, to compete in jumping events. As they face new challenges together, Heather learns to trust in her abilities and the special bond they share. This uplifting tale celebrates courage and friendship between a girl and her horse.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

197 pages
48,701 words
5h 25m read-aloud
ISBN
0970900244
Pages
197
Publisher
Willow Bend Publishing
Published
September 1, 2004
Type
Fiction
Word Count
48,701
Read-Aloud
~5h 25m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Jumping (Horsemanship)

Subjects

AnimalsHorses