America in World War II: The Pacific [7 vols]
ABC-CLIO, LLC, Greenwood Publishing Group, Incorporated, Pearson Education, Praeger Publishers
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America in World War II: The Pacific [7 vols]
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Marines Strike Back
by ABC-CLIO, LLC, Greenwood Publishing Group, Incorporated, Pearson Education, Praeger Publishers
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
What happened when the quiet Pacific suddenly roared with the thunder of battleships and airplanes? From the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor to the fierce fight for Okinawa, these stories reveal the bravery and strategy that shaped history. But how did these battles change the world forever?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This seven-volume set explores key battles of the Pacific Theater during World War II, offering detailed historical accounts suitable for young adults aged 13 to 18. Each volume covers a different offensive with clear descriptions, maps, photographs, and additional resources like Medal of Honor stories and memorial information. While the series is comprehensive and educational, it contains realistic wartime descriptions and imagery appropriate for mature middle school and high school readers.
Why we rated America in World War II: The Pacific [7 vols] 11MP
America in World War II: The Pacific [7 vols] is written at a Level 6-7 reading level. Strong independent readers around grade 7.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, America in World War II: The Pacific [7 vols] works for readers up to grade 8.5.
We rate America in World War II: The Pacific [7 vols] as 11MP ("Moderate — Physical") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from physical peril, social complexity — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Realistic Violence, Physical Danger, War & Conflict.
Thematically, America in World War II: The Pacific [7 vols] explores american history, history, military history, war & conflict, and coming of age — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers. Each of these themes is concrete enough to seed a real conversation, not just a moral lesson.
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 american history, history, military history.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
- ! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780275983550
- Publisher
- Greenwood
- Published
- February 28, 2004
- Type
- Nonfiction