Swamp Angel
Anne Isaacs
Swamp Angel
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Anne Isaacs
Illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Have you ever heard of a girl so brave she can wrestle a giant bear? Angelica Longrider, or Swamp Angel, lives in the wild Tennessee frontier, where danger lurks and heroes are made. What will happen when she faces the roaring Thundering Tarnation to protect her friends' winter supplies?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Swamp Angel is a tall tale set in the Tennessee frontier, featuring a fearless young heroine who performs extraordinary feats to help her community. Suitable for early readers ages 5-8, the story combines humor and adventure with themes of bravery and pioneer life. Parents should know this story features mild peril typical of frontier adventures but is presented in a fun, exaggerated manner.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780140559088
- Pages
- 40
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
- Published
- January 1, 2000
- Type
- Fiction