What reading level is The little ships?

The little ships by Louise Borden is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The little ships appropriate for?

The little ships is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: War & Conflict, Physical Danger.

What genre is The little ships?

The little ships is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The little ships have any content warnings?

The little ships has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: War & Conflict, Physical Danger. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The little ships?

The little ships by Louise Borden is 32 pages (approximately 1,739 words).

The little ships

Louise Borden

The little ships

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Heroic Rescue at Dunkirk in World War II

by Louise Borden

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

When danger surrounds the beaches of Dunkirk, a brave young girl and her father set sail in their fishing boat to help save soldiers stranded by enemy forces. Amidst a fleet of everyday heroes, they face the challenge of crossing the English Channel to bring hope and rescue to those in need. Their courage shines in this powerful tale of bravery and teamwork during a historic moment.

Themes

Historical Adventure FamilyBraveryWar & Conflict

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include war & conflict, physical danger. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate

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Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

War & Conflict Physical Danger

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

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Details

Book Length

32 pages

1,739 words

12m read-aloud

ISBN: 0689808275
Pages: 32
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books
Published: 1997
Type: Fiction
Word Count: 1,739
Read-Aloud: ~12 min
Text Density: Light Text

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Dunkirk, Battle Of, Dunkerque, France, 1940Great Britain. Army. British Expeditionary ForceDunkerque, Battle Of, 1940Great BritainWorld War, 1939-1945 in FictionPictoral WorksFathers and DaughtersFathers and Daughters in FictionDunkirk, Battle Of, Dunkerque, France, 1940 in FictionWorld War, 1939-1945Parent and ChildWorld War1939-1945

Places

Great Britain