A History of our American Republic
Glenn M. Linden
A History of our American Republic
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Glenn M. Linden
The text is written at a 8th 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
The crackle of a campfire blends with the whisper of ancient winds as the first settlers step onto new shores. Feel the rough bark of towering forests and the scent of fresh earth beneath your fingertips as America’s story unfolds from mysterious beginnings to bustling cities. Discover how hopes and challenges shaped a land where dreams still soar.
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade historical fiction offers a comprehensive overview of American history, starting from the earliest settlers migrating from Eurasia up to the 1980s. It is educationally appropriate for children aged 9 to 12, providing context on the growth and development of the United States with a forward-looking perspective. The book avoids graphic content, making it suitable for classroom and home reading.
Why we rated A History of our American Republic 12C
A History of our American Republic is written at a Level 8 reading level across 768 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 9.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, A History of our American Republic works for readers up to grade 10.0.
We rate A History of our American Republic 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 History of our American Republic weaves together historical and science & nature.
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 historical, science & nature.
- ✓ 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
- 0844568554
- Pages
- 768
- Publisher
- Laidlaw Brothers
- Published
- 1981
- Type
- Nonfiction