Caleb's choice
by G. Clifton Wisler
Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
In 1858 Texas, 14-year-old Caleb must make a brave decision about helping runaway slaves seeking freedom. His choice could change his life and those around him, testing his courage and values. This story explores the challenges of doing what's right in difficult times.
Representation & Themes
Coming of AgeFamilySocial JusticeHistoricalFriendship
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — Moderate Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Realistic Violence Physical Danger Social: Racial Discrimination Social: Poverty & Hardship
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0525675264
- Pages
- 154
- Publisher
- Dutton Juvenile
- Published
- 1996
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 34,987
Genres
Choice (Psychology)
Subjects
Choice -- FictionFugitive slaves -- FictionSlavery -- Fiction