Children's costume in America, 1607-1910
Estelle Ansley Worrell
Children's costume in America, 1607-1910
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Estelle Ansley Worrell
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
Have you ever wondered what kids wore to school or play hundreds of years ago? Imagine stepping into a world where dresses were long and hats were tall, and every outfit told a story about life in America long ago. What secrets do these old clothes hold about childhood back then?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book offers a detailed chronological overview of children's fashion in America from 1607 to 1910, exploring how clothing styles evolved for infants, boys, girls, and teenagers. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it provides historical context that can enrich understanding of cultural and social influences on dress. The content is appropriate for ages 9-12 and focuses on historical facts without mature themes.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Was our "Gentle" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
Children's Clothing of the 1800's (Historic Communities)
David Schimpky
Children's Clothing of the 1800's (Historic Communities)
David Schimpky
Children's Fashions from "Harper's Bazar" Paper Dolls
Tom Tierney
Children's Fashions from "Harper's Bazar" Paper Dolls
Tom Tierney
Kids in colonial times
Lisa A. Wroble
Kids in colonial times
Lisa A. Wroble
The scoop on clothes, homes, and daily life in colonial America
Elizabeth Raum
The scoop on clothes, homes, and daily life in colonial America
Elizabeth Raum
American Family Paper Dolls
Tom Tierney
American Family Paper Dolls
Tom Tierney
Freaky fashion and foul food
John Townsend
Freaky fashion and foul food
John Townsend
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0684166453
- Pages
- 216
- Publisher
- Macmillan Reference USA
- Published
- 1980
- Type
- Nonfiction