Sieur de La Salle
An Explorer of the Great West
by Amie Hazleton
Capstone 2017
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- exploration
- perseverance
- discovery
- leadership
- ambition
- risk-taking
- colonialism
- navigation
About this book
This short biography traces the daring journeys of René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, from France to the wilds of North America. Readers follow his exploration of the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico and learn why his claims helped shape New France. Clear text, maps, and photos make complex history approachable for elementary readers. Great for kids who enjoy real-life adventure and learning how explorers changed the map.
Setting: 17th-century North America—New France, the Great Lakes, the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sieur de La Salle right for my child?
Yes — Sieur de La Salle is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.6, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include exploration, perseverance, discovery.
How long does it take to read Sieur de La Salle?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Sieur de La Salle takes around 9m to finish. The book has 1,400 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Sieur de La Salle have an AR quiz?
Yes — Sieur de La Salle has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Sieur de La Salle?
Sieur de La Salle has an AR reading level of 4.6, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.