What reading level is Cleopatra?

Cleopatra by Polly Schoyer Brooks is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Cleopatra appropriate for?

Cleopatra is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LT (Light — Thematic).

What genre is Cleopatra?

Cleopatra is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Cleopatra have any content warnings?

Cleopatra has a HootRating of 9LT (Light — Thematic). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Cleopatra?

Cleopatra by Polly Schoyer Brooks is 151 pages.

Cleopatra

Polly Schoyer Brooks

Cleopatra

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Goddess of Egypt, Enemy of Rome

by Polly Schoyer Brooks

Reading Level 4-5 9LT 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a queen who could speak many languages and charm everyone she met? Imagine sneaking into your own palace to meet a powerful Roman leader and then leading your people in battle as a warrior queen. What secrets did Cleopatra hold that made her one of the most unforgettable rulers in history?

Themes

HistoricalBiographyComing of AgeLeadershipMulticultural

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade biography introduces readers ages 9-12 to Cleopatra, the last Ptolemaic ruler of Egypt. It balances historical facts with engaging storytelling to portray her political savvy, multilingual abilities, and significant role in Mediterranean history. The book is appropriate for elementary to middle school readers and includes no graphic content, focusing instead on Cleopatra's leadership and legacy.