What reading level is Sgt. Dusty's New Home?

Sgt. Dusty's New Home by Ann L. Green is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Sgt. Dusty's New Home appropriate for?

Sgt. Dusty's New Home is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is Sgt. Dusty's New Home?

Sgt. Dusty's New Home is fiction.

Does Sgt. Dusty's New Home have any content warnings?

Sgt. Dusty's New Home has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags include: 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 Sgt. Dusty's New Home?

Sgt. Dusty's New Home by Ann L. Green is 28 pages.

Sgt. Dusty's New Home

Ann L. Green

Sgt. Dusty's New Home

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann L. Green

Illustrated by A. L. Green

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Sgt. Dusty races through a new farm, his hooves pounding the earth. Strange sights and sounds make his heart race, but Dusty’s determined to face every fear. Just as he’s about to prove himself the leader, a surprising challenge suddenly appears!

Themes

Friendship Family Coming of AgeAnimalsPerseverance

Quick Assessment

This early reader follows Sgt. Dusty, a paint horse who adapts to new environments and overcomes his fears to become a herd leader. Aimed at children ages 5-8, the story encourages perseverance and confidence through relatable animal characters and vivid photographs. Parents can expect gentle themes of change, courage, and resilience without any intense content.