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