Wild Bill Hickok

Larissa Phillips

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Wild Bill Hickok

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Legend of the Wild West

by Larissa Phillips

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd 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

Who was Wild Bill Hickok, and what made him one of the most famous sharpshooters of the Wild West? Imagine riding across dusty plains and facing daring adventures where bravery is the key to survival. But can one man really be a hero in a land full of danger?

Themes

BiographyFrontier and Pioneer LifeHistoricalAdventureWest (U.S.) History

Quick Assessment

This early reader biography introduces young children to the life of William 'Wild Bill' Hickok, a legendary figure of the American West known for his sharpshooting and frontier adventures. Suitable for ages 5-8, the book offers simple text and historical context appropriate for early readers, highlighting themes of courage and pioneer life without intense violence or mature content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9780823941223
Pages
32
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Published
2004
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Hickok, Wild Bill, 1837-1876Peace OfficersWestFrontier and Pioneer Life1860-1890Spanish Language MaterialsOficiales De La PazVidaHistoriaFrontera Y ExploradoresBiografíaLiteratura JuvenilSpanish: Grades 3-4Hickok, Wild Bill,Biography & AutobiographyLaw & CrimeSpanish: Grades 4-7United States/19th CenturyHistorical1837-1876BiografiaVida FronterizaEnglish-SpanishBilingualBilingual BooksUnited StatesWest, HistoryUnited States, BiographyFrontier and Pioneer Life, West

People

Wild Bill Hickok (1837-1876)

Places

West (U.S.)