Cover of Kate Shelley

Kate Shelley

by Robert D. San Souci

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

During a fierce summer storm in 1881, fifteen-year-old Kate Shelley faces a terrifying train accident near her Iowa farm. Courage pushes her to brave the wild weather and dangerous terrain to warn the railroad and save lives. Her fearless actions turn an ordinary girl into a lasting hero remembered for her bravery.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalHeroesCourageAdventureFamily

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

Details

ISBN
0803712901
Pages
40
Published
1995
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
2,877

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Shelley, Kate -- Juvenile literatureShelley, KateRailroads -- Iowa -- Moingona -- Accidents -- Juvenile literatureWomen heroes -- Iowa -- Biography -- Juvenile literatureHeroesRailroad accidents