African Americans in Us History/0151-3N27
Kathleen M. Fisher
African Americans in Us History/0151-3N27
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Volume B: 1877 to Present
by Kathleen M. Fisher
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Have you ever wondered how African American lives shaped the story of the United States? From the struggles of slavery to moments of courage and change, history unfolds in ways that surprise and inspire. But what challenges did they face, and how did their stories help build a new nation?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book offers a detailed historical account of African American history up to 1877, aimed at young readers aged 13 to 18. It provides an educational perspective on significant events and figures, suitable for middle to high school age groups. The content is appropriate for this age range, focusing on biography and historical nonfiction without graphic content.
Why we rated African Americans in Us History/0151-3N27 9MS
African Americans in Us History/0151-3N27 is written at a Level 4-5 reading level. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, African Americans in Us History/0151-3N27 works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate African Americans in Us History/0151-3N27 as 9MS ("Moderate — Social") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. The strongest signals come from social complexity — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, African Americans in Us History/0151-3N27 explores biography & autobiography, historical, multicultural, and social justice — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 13+ range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Readers ready to talk through themes after they finish — there's enough substance for a meaningful conversation.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about biography & autobiography, historical, multicultural.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9MS — Moderate — SocialLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780822401513
- Publisher
- Globe Fearon
- Published
- June 1990
- Type
- Nonfiction