When the whippoorwill calls
Candice F. Ransom
When the whippoorwill calls
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Candice F. Ransom
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
A family living in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains must leave their home when a new national park is made. They face the challenge of starting fresh in a new place, learning to adapt and find hope in their new surroundings. This gentle story explores change, family bonds, and the spirit of adventure.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0688127290
- Pages
- 40
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 1,028
- Read-Aloud
- ~7 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy