Cover of Captains courageous

Captains courageous

by Rudyard Kipling

Great Illustrated Classics

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

When young Harvey Cheyne falls into the sea during a voyage, a group of hardworking New England fishermen pulls him to safety. As he adjusts to life aboard their boat, Harvey learns valuable lessons about courage, friendship, and growing up on the open ocean. His adventure transforms him from a privileged boy into a confident young man.

Representation & Themes

AdventureComing of AgeFriendshipFamilySea Stories

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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Details

ISBN
1577656830
Pages
238
Publisher
ABDO
Published
2002
Type
Fiction
Word Count
17,706

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Fishers -- FictionSelf-perception -- FictionInterpersonal relations -- FictionComing of age -- FictionSea stories