Wild Bill Hickok

Joseph G. Rosa

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Wild Bill Hickok

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Joseph G. Rosa

PowerPlus Books; Library of American Lives and Times

Reading Level 8-9 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot Page-Turner

The text is written at a 8th 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

Follow the thrilling journey of William 'Wild Bill' Hickok, a famous sharpshooter and U.S. marshal of the Wild West. Experience his adventures as he keeps peace on the frontier and becomes a legendary figure in American history. Perfect for readers curious about the exciting and rugged life of the Old West.

Themes

HistoricalAdventureFrontier and pioneer lifePeace officers

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 8-9 book with mild content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. Content themes include mild peril, historical. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Historical
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
13,922 words
1h 33m read-aloud
ISBN
0823966321
Pages
112
Publisher
Powerplus
Published
2004
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
13,922
Read-Aloud
~1h 33m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Hickok, Wild Bill, 1837-1876Peace OfficersWestFrontier and Pioneer Life1860-1890