A Week in the 1800s (Ultimate Field Trip)

Susan E. Goodman

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A Week in the 1800s (Ultimate Field Trip)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan E. Goodman

Ultimate Field Trip

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Travel back in time to the 1800s and experience everyday life without modern conveniences like cars or televisions. Join a group of children as they live in a recreated historical village, learning to dress, speak, and work just like kids did over a century ago. Discover what made life both challenging and unique during this fascinating era.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

56 pages
4,962 words
33m read-aloud
ISBN
0689842600
Pages
56
Published
June 12, 2001
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
4,962
Read-Aloud
~33 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Social ScienceChildrenSocial Life and CustomsSociologySchool Field TripsPeople & PlacesCanadaSocial StudiesHistoricalUnited States19th Century