Walker of Time

Helen Hughes Vick

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Walker of Time

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Helen Hughes Vick

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The dry wind stirs the dust, carrying whispers of a long-lost world. A sharp scent of sage fills the air as two friends find themselves stepping into the past, where ancient villages face the harsh grip of drought and sickness. Can a young boy become the leader his people desperately need when the future depends on it?

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction novel follows a fifteen-year-old Hopi boy and his friend as they travel back 800 years to the Sinagua culture, confronting challenges like drought and illness. Suitable for teens aged 13 to 18, the story explores themes of Native American heritage and leadership in times of crisis. The book contains mature themes related to survival and cultural history but is appropriate for middle to high school readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Illness & Injury Fear & Anxiety Survival
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613885799
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
January 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

EthnicNative AmericanPeople & PlacesUnited StatesYoung Adult FictionHopi IndiansIndians of North AmericaSinagua Culture