Clara Barton and the American Red Cross (Heroes of America)

Eve Marko

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Clara Barton and the American Red Cross (Heroes of America)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Eve Marko

Heroes of America

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the inspiring journey of Clara Barton, the courageous nurse who introduced the Red Cross to America. Follow her dedication and bravery as she helped countless people during times of crisis and transformed healthcare in the 19th century. Her story shows how one person's compassion can change a nation.

Themes

HistoryBiographyHeroismHealthcare19th Century

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

237 pages
21,269 words
2h 22m read-aloud
ISBN
1596792558
Pages
237
Publisher
Abdo Publishing Company
Published
January 2005
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
21,269
Read-Aloud
~2h 22m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

United States/19th CenturyAutobiographyBarton, Clara,Girls & WomenBiography & AutobiographyHistoricalAmerican National Red CrossNursesUnited States1821-1912

People

Clara Barton (1821-1912)

Places

United States