Benedict Arnold and the American Revolution

King, David C.

Cover of Benedict Arnold and the American Revolution

Benedict Arnold and the American Revolution

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by King, David C.

Notorious Americans

Reading Level 8-9 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.

About This Book

Discover the complex story of a gifted military leader whose choices changed the course of American history. This tale explores the rise and fall of a man torn between loyalty and betrayal during the Revolutionary War. Readers will uncover the challenges and decisions that made him a legendary yet controversial figure.

Themes

BiographyHistoricalComing of AgeWar & Conflict

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 8-9 book with mild content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. Content themes include historical conflict, betrayal. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Historical Conflict Betrayal
Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

Similar Books

Based on content and theme analysis

See all books like this →

Details

Book Length

84 pages
12,219 words
1h 21m read-aloud
ISBN
1567112218
Pages
84
Publisher
Blackbirch Press, Incorporated
Published
1999
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
12,219
Read-Aloud
~1h 21m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801United States. Continental ArmyAmerican LoyalistsUnited StatesGeneralsRevolution, 1775-1783