Cover of Booker T. Washington

Booker T. Washington

by Anne E. Schraff

African-American Biography Library

Reading Level 7-8 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12

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.

Representation & Themes

BiographyAfrican American HistoryEducationPerseveranceComing of Age

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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Details

ISBN
0766025357
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Published
2005
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
16,936

Genres

African Americans

Subjects

Washington, Booker T., 1856-1915 -- Juvenile literature.African Americans -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Educators -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Character -- Case studies -- Juvenile literature.