Black Civil War Soldiers

Susan K. Baumann

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Black Civil War Soldiers

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan K. Baumann

PowerKids Press; Jr. Graphic African-American History

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Discover the courage and strength of the 54th Massachusetts Regiment, one of the first African-American groups to fight in the Civil War. Filled with vivid illustrations and simple words, this story brings to life their brave journey and the important role they played in history. Young readers will be inspired by the heroes who helped shape our nation.

Themes

African American ParticipationHistoryUnited StatesFamilyComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, historical themes. Written for readers ages 5-8.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Historical Themes
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

24 pages
1,909 words
13m read-aloud
ISBN
9781477713167
Pages
24
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Published
2014
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,909
Read-Aloud
~13 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

United StatesAfrican American ParticipationUnited States. Army. Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, 54thRegimental HistoriesAfrican American SoldiersComic Books, Strips