What reading level is The hired hand?

The hired hand by Robert D. San Souci is at a Level 4 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is The hired hand appropriate for?

The hired hand is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is The hired hand?

The hired hand is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The hired hand have any content warnings?

The hired hand has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The hired hand?

The hired hand by Robert D. San Souci is 48 pages (approximately 1,704 words).

The hired hand

Robert D. San Souci

The hired hand

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

An African-American Folktale

by Robert D. San Souci

Reading Level 4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

When Old Sam brings a new helper to work at his sawmill, the hired hand shows Sam's son the true meaning of kindness and respect. Through this unexpected friendship, the boy learns important lessons about how to treat others. A heartwarming tale full of wisdom and fun.