What reading level is Braving the fire?

Braving the fire by John B. Severance is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Braving the fire appropriate for?

Braving the fire is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: War & Conflict, Family Change, Violence.

What genre is Braving the fire?

Braving the fire is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Braving the fire have any content warnings?

Braving the fire has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: War & Conflict, Family Change, Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Braving the fire?

Braving the fire by John B. Severance is 148 pages (approximately 40,074 words).

Braving the fire

John B. Severance

Braving the fire

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by John B. Severance

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 5th 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

At fifteen, Jem enlists in the Union Army, wrestling with his uncertain reasons for fighting as the Civil War tears his family apart. Amidst the chaos and conflict, he navigates the challenges of loyalty and courage in a divided nation. His journey reveals the personal struggles behind a historic battle that reshaped America.

Themes

Historical Family Coming of AgeWar & Conflict

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include war & conflict, family change, violence. Written for readers ages 9-12.