Booker T. Washington

Anne E. Schraff

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Booker T. Washington

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anne E. Schraff

African-American Biography Library

Reading Level 7-8 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Discover the inspiring journey of Booker T. Washington, who rose from slavery to become a powerful educator and leader. Through determination and hard work, he founded the Tuskegee Institute, teaching many important skills that helped shape the future. This story celebrates courage, education, and the power of hope.

Themes

BiographyAfrican American HistoryEducationPerseveranceComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7-8 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include historical slavery, racial discrimination. 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 Slavery Racial Discrimination
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

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16,936 words
1h 53m read-aloud
ISBN
0766025357
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Published
2005
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
16,936
Read-Aloud
~1h 53m

Genres

Subjects

Washington, Booker T., 1856-1915African AmericansEducatorsUnited StatesCharacterCase Studies