Trouble on the farm
Chris Higgins
Trouble on the farm
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Chris Higgins
Illustrated by MacKenzie, Emily, illustrator
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
The warm, earthy smell of fresh hay fills the air as Bella steps onto the farm, her fingers sticky from juicy raspberries. Suddenly, the calm is broken by the rumble of the big red tractor and a wild chase after runaway animals begins. Laughter and surprises swirl around Bella, making this farm visit one she'll never forget.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book follows Bella's adventurous day at a farm where unexpected events, including a tractor incident and a surprise wedding, unfold. Suitable for ages 9-12, it combines humor and lighthearted chaos to explore themes of friendship and rural life, with no concerning content. The story is enhanced by charming illustrations, making it an engaging read for children interested in farm settings and playful narratives.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781408868874
- Pages
- 142
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing
- Published
- 2018
- Type
- Fiction