Trouble on the farm

Chris Higgins

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Trouble on the farm

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Chris Higgins

Illustrated by MacKenzie, Emily, illustrator

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

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

FriendshipFarmsJuvenile fictionChildren's stories

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 — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

142 pages
ISBN
9781408868874
Pages
142
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing
Published
2018
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FarmsFriendship in ChildrenFarm LifeFriendship