American Story
by Kwame Alexander
Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 5-8
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Through rhythmic verse and vibrant illustrations, a young student journeys through history to uncover how the past of slavery shapes America today. This moving tale connects generations and inspires thoughtful reflection on freedom and justice.
Representation & Themes
MulticulturalHistorySocial JusticeFamily
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — Moderate Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Emotional: History & Legacy Social: Racial Discrimination
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 9780316473125
- Pages
- 56
- Published
- 2023
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 697
Genres
Social Science
Subjects
United states, history