A Guide Book of United States Coins, 1996 (Guide Book of U.S. Coins: The Official Redbook (Paperback))
R. S. Yeoman
A Guide Book of United States Coins, 1996 (Guide Book of U.S. Coins: The Official Redbook (Paperback))
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by R. S. Yeoman
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Did you know that every coin in your pocket has a secret story waiting to be uncovered? From the tiniest dime to the biggest dollar, these treasures hold mysteries of the past—but that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This guide offers a detailed look at United States coins, providing pricing information and historical context suitable for middle-grade readers. It's an educational resource that introduces children to coin collecting and the significance of currency, with clear explanations appropriate for ages 9 to 12. There is no content of concern for younger readers, making it a safe and informative choice for curious collectors.
Why we rated A Guide Book of United States Coins, 1996 (Guide Book of U.S. Coins: The Official Redbook (Paperback)) 12C
A Guide Book of United States Coins, 1996 (Guide Book of U.S. Coins: The Official Redbook (Paperback)) is written at a Level 7 reading level across 312 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 8.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, A Guide Book of United States Coins, 1996 (Guide Book of U.S. Coins: The Official Redbook (Paperback)) works for readers up to grade 9.0.
We rate A Guide Book of United States Coins, 1996 (Guide Book of U.S. Coins: The Official Redbook (Paperback)) as 12C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, A Guide Book of United States Coins, 1996 (Guide Book of U.S. Coins: The Official Redbook (Paperback)) explores coins, currency & medals, antiques / collectibles, and reference — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about coins, currency & medals, antiques / collectibles.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780307199027
- Pages
- 312
- Publisher
- Golden Books
- Published
- July 1995
- Type
- Nonfiction