What reading level is Thomas?

Thomas by Bonnie Pryor is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Thomas appropriate for?

Thomas is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LP (Light — Physical). Content flags: Mild Peril.

What genre is Thomas?

Thomas is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Thomas have any content warnings?

Thomas has a HootRating of 9LP (Light — Physical). Content flags include: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Thomas?

Thomas by Bonnie Pryor is 160 pages.

Thomas

Bonnie Pryor

Thomas

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Bonnie Pryor

Reading Level 4-5 9LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Thomas’s family seems safe in their peaceful Pennsylvania valley, but war is closer than anyone thinks. When his father joins the British loyalists, Thomas faces a choice that could change everything. Danger and daring escapes await, proving that even the smallest frontier town can be swept up in history.

Themes

Frontier and pioneer lifeAmerican RevolutionAdventure FamilyHistorical Fiction

Quick Assessment

Set during the American Revolutionary War, this historical fiction follows Thomas Bowden and his family as they navigate the dangers of frontier life in Pennsylvania. The story includes themes of loyalty, courage, and survival, with accurate period details suitable for middle-grade readers. Some scenes involve fleeing from enemy forces, but overall content is age-appropriate for children ages 9-12.