The life of Davy Crockett (Mantle Ministries classic collection)
Edward Sylvester Ellis
The life of Davy Crockett (Mantle Ministries classic collection)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Edward Sylvester Ellis
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
What if you could step back in time and live the thrilling adventures of Davy Crockett, a legendary frontiersman of the Wild West? Imagine exploring untamed wilderness, facing daring challenges, and discovering the true spirit of courage and friendship. But how will Davy overcome the dangers that lie ahead on the frontier?
Quick Assessment
This historical fiction book follows the adventurous life of Davy Crockett, a famed American frontiersman, offering young readers a glimpse into life in the U.S. West during the early 19th century. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story combines action and historical context with accessible language, though some older stylistic elements remain due to its original publication date. Parents should note this is a reprint of a pre-1923 classic and may include occasional minor printing errors but is generally appropriate for middle-grade readers.
Why we rated The life of Davy Crockett (Mantle Ministries classic collection) 11LE
The life of Davy Crockett (Mantle Ministries classic collection) is written at a Level 6 reading level across 271 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The life of Davy Crockett (Mantle Ministries classic collection) works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate The life of Davy Crockett (Mantle Ministries classic collection) as 11LE ("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 of Davy Crockett (Mantle Ministries classic collection) explores adventure, historical, 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 adventure, historical, coming of age.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — 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
- 9781889128573
- Pages
- 271
- Publisher
- MANTLE MINISTRIES
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction