The white horse

Cynthia D. Grant

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The white horse

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cynthia D. Grant

Reading Level 3-4 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

A young girl facing family struggles finds unexpected support and understanding from a compassionate teacher who feels isolated himself. Their growing bond reveals the deep human desire for connection and kindness amidst life's challenges. Together, they navigate difficult emotions and discover the power of friendship.

Themes

FamilyEmotional GrowthFriendshipTeacher-Student Relationships

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: family change, emotional: loneliness, emotional: identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Emotional: Family Change Emotional: Loneliness Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

157 pages
35,610 words
3h 57m read-aloud
ISBN
0689821271
Pages
157
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Published
1998
Type
Fiction
Word Count
35,610
Read-Aloud
~3h 57m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Family ProblemsEmotional ProblemsUnmarried MothersTeacher-student Relationships