What reading level is True Rescue : The Finest Hours?

True Rescue : The Finest Hours by Michael J. Tougias is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is True Rescue : The Finest Hours appropriate for?

True Rescue : The Finest Hours is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LP (Light — Physical).

What genre is True Rescue : The Finest Hours?

True Rescue : The Finest Hours is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does True Rescue : The Finest Hours have any content warnings?

True Rescue : The Finest Hours has a HootRating of 9LP (Light — Physical). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is True Rescue : The Finest Hours?

True Rescue : The Finest Hours by Michael J. Tougias is 112 pages.

True Rescue : The Finest Hours

Michael J. Tougias

True Rescue : The Finest Hours

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The True Story of a Heroic Sea Rescue

by Michael J. Tougias

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

The cold wind howls and icy waves crash all around as a tiny lifeboat fights through a furious winter storm. Four brave young men battle the wild sea to save dozens of sailors trapped on broken ships. Their courage shines bright in the darkest, most dangerous night, proving heroes come in all sizes.

Themes

HistoryScience & Nature Adventure Friendship Family Survival

Quick Assessment

This illustrated chapter book recounts the true story of a daring 1952 Coast Guard rescue during a fierce New England winter storm. Suitable for ages 6-9, it offers an accessible introduction to historical nonfiction with themes of bravery and teamwork. The content is appropriate for middle-grade readers, featuring no graphic violence but realistic peril and survival challenges.