Bound for glory 1910-1930
Kerry Candaele
Bound for glory 1910-1930
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
From the Great Migration to the Harlem Renaissance, 1910-1930
by Kerry Candaele
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
What if you could travel back to a time when millions of people changed everything by moving to new cities? Imagine the music, stories, and dreams that filled the streets during the Harlem Renaissance, where heroes like Louis Armstrong and Langston Hughes made history. But what challenges did they face along the way?
Quick Assessment
This historical fiction explores the Great Migration of African Americans from the South to Northern cities between 1910 and 1930, highlighting cultural milestones and significant figures of the Harlem Renaissance. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book includes 40 photographs that enrich the narrative. It thoughtfully addresses themes of racial struggle, cultural identity, and social change in an accessible way for middle-grade readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9MS — Moderate — SocialLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0791022617
- Pages
- 120
- Publisher
- Chelsea House
- Published
- 1996
- Type
- Nonfiction