Wild Blood

Kathryn Lasky

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Wild Blood

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kathryn Lasky

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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 crisp morning air carries the sweet scent of fresh grass, rustling softly as Estrella's hooves press into the earth. Dawn breaks over the wild plains where she, Tio, and their herd race to find strength and safety. But shadows linger, and not everyone they meet is a friend.

Quick Assessment

Wild Blood follows Estrella, a young filly, and her human companion Tio as they flee from a threatening figure named El Miedo. Set in a natural environment, the story explores themes of friendship, courage, and survival with some mild tension suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9-12. The book contains adventure elements but no graphic content.

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
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

208 pages
ISBN
9780545683005
Pages
208
Publisher
Scholastic, Incorporated
Published
2016
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HorsesAdventure and AdventurersHuman-animal RelationshipsLeadershipAdventure StoriesHuman-animal Communication