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John R. Erickson
The almost last roundup
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by John R. Erickson
Illustrated by Holmes, Gerald L., illustrator
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 ranch is facing its toughest summer yet as water runs low and the land turns dry and dusty. With ponds gone and a prairie fire raging, the animals and people must find hope while waiting for much-needed rain. Adventure and determination fill the air as the drought challenges everyone to come together.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781591882657
- Pages
- 127
- Publisher
- Maverick Books, Inc.
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 21,479
- Lexile
- 770L
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 23m
- Text Density
- Standard