What reading level is Black Soldier?

Black Soldier by Catherine Clinton is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Black Soldier appropriate for?

Black Soldier is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Identity & Self-Discovery.

What genre is Black Soldier?

Black Soldier is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Black Soldier have any content warnings?

Black Soldier has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Identity & Self-Discovery. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Black Soldier?

Black Soldier by Catherine Clinton is 138 pages.

Black Soldier

Catherine Clinton

Black Soldier

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

1492 to the Present

by Catherine Clinton

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Did you know there were brave soldiers whose stories were almost forgotten? These heroes fought not just battles but also for respect and fairness. Their courage changed history, but that's only the beginning.

Themes

Historical Coming of Age Social Justice Family

Quick Assessment

This fictional story introduces middle-grade readers to the experiences of African American soldiers who contributed to the independence and preservation of the United States. It highlights themes of bravery, equality, and recognition, suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note the book touches on historical struggles for civil rights alongside military achievements.