The prairie thief
Melissa Wiley
The prairie thief
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Melissa Wiley
The text is written at a 5th 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
Set in the wide-open prairies of 19th-century Colorado, Louisa faces a big challenge when her father is wrongly accused of stealing. With help from a magical companion, she embarks on a brave quest to clear his name and bring justice to her family.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781442440562
- Pages
- 218
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- 2012
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 39,528
- Lexile
- 880L
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 24m
- Text Density
- Standard