The Wilder life

Wendy McClure

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The Wilder life

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

My Adventures in the Lost World of Little House on the Prairie

by Wendy McClure

Reading Level 7-8 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

A curious explorer sets out to uncover the truth behind the legendary tales of the Ingalls family by visiting the real places that inspired Laura Ingalls Wilder's beloved stories. Along the way, the journey reveals the mix of fact and fiction in pioneer life, blending history with personal discovery. This adventure invites readers to see the past through fresh eyes and appreciate the spirit of the frontier.

Themes

AppreciationFrontier and Pioneer Life in LiteratureHistoryAdventureComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7-8 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
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
6
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

336 pages
98,019 words
10h 53m read-aloud
ISBN
9781594487804
Pages
336
Publisher
Penguin
Published
2011
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
98,019
Read-Aloud
~10h 53m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

AppreciationFrontier and Pioneer Life in LiteratureWilder, Laura Ingalls, 1867-1957

People

Wendy McClureLaura Ingalls Wilder (1867-1957)