The Little Colonel
Annie F. Johnston
The Little Colonel
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Library Edition
by Annie F. Johnston
The text is written at a 7th 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
The sharp scent of pine fills the air as a grumpy old man stomps through his sprawling Kentucky farm, his footsteps heavy and sure. Nearby, a little girl’s fierce stomp shakes the porch, her temper as fiery as his own. Beneath the sounds and smells of the old Southern home, a surprising friendship begins to bloom, softening even the hardest hearts.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Set in rural Kentucky, this middle-grade novel explores themes of family conflict, reconciliation, and resilience through the story of a proud grandfather and his spirited granddaughter. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book sensitively handles issues like family estrangement and hardship without graphic content. It offers a warm portrayal of multigenerational relationships and Southern farm life.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780786173471
- Pages
- 346
- Publisher
- Blackstone Audiobooks
- Published
- January 2006
- Type
- Fiction