The House of 60 Fathers
Meindert DeJong
The House of 60 Fathers
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Meindert DeJong
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
A young Chinese boy drifts alone on a small boat, clutching his pig and ducklings as fierce river currents carry him toward a town shadowed by war. Facing danger and uncertainty, he embarks on a brave journey to reunite with his family and find safety once more. His courage and hope light the way through this challenging adventure.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, physical danger, war & conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0060214805
- Pages
- 189
- Publisher
- Harpercollins Childrens Books
- Published
- June 1987
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 40,922
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 33m
- Text Density
- Standard