Becca's story

James D. Forman

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Becca's story

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by James D. Forman

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Caught between the dependable Alex and the charming Charlie, Becca must navigate her feelings amid the turmoil of the Civil War. As her world changes, she faces challenges that test her heart and courage in a story inspired by real historical letters and diaries.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include war & conflict, romantic content, emotional: identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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

War & Conflict Romantic Content Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

180 pages
50,405 words
5h 36m read-aloud
ISBN
0684193329
Pages
180
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Published
1992
Type
Fiction
Word Count
50,405
Read-Aloud
~5h 36m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

Foreman FamilyUnited StatesCivil War, 1861-1865