San Domingo
Marguerite Henry
San Domingo
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Medicine Hat Stallion
by Marguerite Henry
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Set in Wyoming before the Civil War, a young boy faces unexpected challenges when his father, who is distant and harsh, trades away his cherished horse to the Pony Express. Through this loss, he embarks on a journey of courage and growth in the rugged western frontier.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include family change, mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780689716317
- Pages
- 230
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- 1992
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 50,016
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 33m
- Text Density
- Standard