Annie Henry and the birth of liberty

Susan Olasky

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Annie Henry and the birth of liberty

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan Olasky

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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 firewood and the scent of fresh parchment fill the room as ten-year-old Annie Henry listens closely to her father’s passionate speeches. Outside, whispers of change ripple through the Virginia air, tugging at her curious heart. Caught between childhood and history, Annie feels the weight of a world on the brink of revolution.

Themes

FamilyHistoricalComing of AgeFathers and Daughters

Quick Assessment

Set in 1775 Virginia, this historical fiction follows ten-year-old Annie Henry as she navigates her everyday life while becoming aware of her father Patrick Henry’s pivotal role in the American colonies’ fight for independence. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book gently introduces themes of family, history, and the early stirrings of liberty without intense conflict or mature content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

127 pages
ISBN
0891078428
Pages
127
Publisher
Crossway Books
Published
1995
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Henry, AnnieHenry, Patrick, 1736-1799Fathers and DaughtersUnited StatesRevolution, 1775-1783HenryPatrick1736-1799Parent and ChildRevolution1775-1783

People

Annie HenryPatrick Henry (1736-1799)

Places

United States