What reading level is The Flight Of Pony Baker?

The Flight Of Pony Baker by William Dean Howells is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Flight Of Pony Baker appropriate for?

The Flight Of Pony Baker is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is The Flight Of Pony Baker?

The Flight Of Pony Baker is fiction — Amusements.

Does The Flight Of Pony Baker have any content warnings?

The Flight Of Pony Baker 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 The Flight Of Pony Baker?

The Flight Of Pony Baker by William Dean Howells is 228 pages.

The Flight Of Pony Baker

William Dean Howells

The Flight Of Pony Baker

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Boy's Town Story

by William Dean Howells

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Pony Baker bolts through the backyard, his heart pounding as he plans his next big escape. Each time he tries to run away, something unexpected pulls him back—family, adventure, or a secret just for him. But this time, will he finally get away or discover something that changes everything?

Themes

Family Coming of Age Adventure Humor

Quick Assessment

This novel follows Pony Baker, a middle-grade boy who repeatedly attempts to run away from his family, exploring themes of childhood independence and family dynamics. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers relatable situations for children navigating family relationships. The story contains mild conflict centered on Pony's plans to escape but resolves in a lighthearted, humorous way.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild

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Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

228 pages

ISBN: 9781432552046
Pages: 228
Publisher: New York Harper 1902.
Published: April 10, 2007
Type: Fiction

Genres

Amusements

Subjects

ChildrenConduct of LifeFriendshipSiblingsRunaway ChildrenAmusementsParent and ChildChildren's Stories, AmericanEnfantsMorale PratiqueRomans, Nouvelles, Etc. Pour La JeunesseAmitiéFrères Et SœursEnfants FugueursParents Et EnfantsHistoires Pour Enfants Américaines