The life and times of Captain N.
Douglas H. Glover
The life and times of Captain N.
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Novel
by Douglas H. Glover
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
What would you do if you found yourself in the middle of a revolution? Imagine being Captain N, caught in the fierce battles and big decisions of the American Revolution. Will he help change history or get lost in the chaos?
Quick Assessment
This historical fiction novel follows Captain N during the American Revolutionary War, offering young readers an engaging look at life in 1775-1783. Suitable for ages 9-12, it provides a blend of adventure and history without graphic violence or mature themes. Parents can expect a story that introduces important historical events in an accessible and age-appropriate way.
Why we rated The life and times of Captain N. 9LE
The life and times of Captain N. is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 185 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The life and times of Captain N. works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate The life and times of Captain N. as 9LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, The life and times of Captain N. explores historical, adventure, coming of age, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Readers ready to talk through themes after they finish — there's enough substance for a meaningful conversation.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about historical, adventure, coming of age.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780771033537
- Pages
- 185
- Publisher
- McClelland & Stewart Limited
- Published
- 1993
- Type
- Fiction