What reading level is Ruth of Boston?

Ruth of Boston by James Otis Kaler is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Ruth of Boston appropriate for?

Ruth of Boston is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is Ruth of Boston?

Ruth of Boston is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Ruth of Boston have any content warnings?

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

How many pages is Ruth of Boston?

Ruth of Boston by James Otis Kaler is 140 pages.

Ruth of Boston

James Otis Kaler

Ruth of Boston

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Story of the Massachusetts Bay Colony

by James Otis Kaler

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The salty breeze of the ocean fills your nose as wooden waves crash against the ship's hull. Imagine holding tight to the ropes, your heart pounding with the hope of a new life across the vast sea. Ruth’s journey is filled with the promise of adventure and the weight of dreams yet to come.

Themes

History - United States/Colonial & RevolutionaryAdventure Family Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Ruth of Boston tells the story of a 12-year-old girl who sails from London to America in 1630 with her father, who aims to build a new town and spread the gospel. This historical fiction is suitable for middle-grade readers and offers insight into early colonial life and the challenges faced by settlers. Parents should note the themes of religious mission and colonial settlement, presented in an age-appropriate manner.