What reading level is Black Soldier?

Black Soldier by John Clarke 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: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Bullying, Racial Discrimination, War & Conflict.

What genre is Black Soldier?

Black Soldier is fiction — African American soldiers.

Does Black Soldier have any content warnings?

Black Soldier has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Bullying, Racial Discrimination, War & Conflict. 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 John Clarke is 144 pages.

Black Soldier

John Clarke

Black Soldier

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by John Clarke

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 4th 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

Here’s a secret: George Bunty thought joining the Army would be just like any other adventure. But being a Black soldier during World War II means facing challenges no one warned him about — and that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Historical Coming of Age Social Justice Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction follows George Bunty, a Black soldier in World War II, as he navigates the realities of military life and racial discrimination. Suitable for ages 9-12, it provides a thoughtful look at race and history with age-appropriate themes and language.