Cover of Across the Puddingstone Dam

Across the Puddingstone Dam

by Melissa Wiley

Little House Chapter Books

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Eleven-year-old Charlotte Tucker cherishes her quiet life on Tide Mill Lane, but everything changes when a new dam project turns her neighborhood into a bustling construction zone. With a new school for young ladies, the excitement of a baby brother, and the return of a mysterious relative, Charlotte navigates the challenges and surprises that come with growing up in a changing world. This heartfelt tale captures family bonds and the spirit of resilience during a fascinating time in history.

Representation & Themes

FamilyHistoryComing of Age

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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Details

ISBN
0060270217
Pages
208
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
2004
Type
Fiction
Word Count
31,233

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile fictionFictionFamily lifeFamilyHistoryChildren's fictionBoston (mass.), fictionFamily life, fictionGirls, fiction

People

Laura Ingalls Wilder (1867-1957)Charlotte Tucker

Places

Roxbury (Boston, Mass.)BostonMassachusetts