What reading level is Days of Courage?

Days of Courage by Richard Kelso is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Days of Courage appropriate for?

Days of Courage is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Racial Discrimination, Fear & Anxiety, Social Justice.

What genre is Days of Courage?

Days of Courage is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction. Part of the Stories of America series.

Does Days of Courage have any content warnings?

Days of Courage has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Racial Discrimination, Fear & Anxiety, Social Justice. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Days of Courage?

Days of Courage by Richard Kelso is 88 pages (approximately 13,425 words).

Days of Courage

Richard Kelso

Days of Courage

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Little Rock Story

by Richard Kelso

Stories of America

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

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

Nine brave students face challenges and stand strong as they become the first African American teenagers to attend a previously all-white high school in 1957 Arkansas. Their courage and determination spark a powerful moment in history, showing how fighting for equality can change the world. Experience their journey of hope, struggle, and triumph during a pivotal time in the civil rights movement.

Themes

HistoricalCivil RightsComing of Age Family Social Justice Multicultural

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include racial discrimination, fear & anxiety, social justice. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate

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Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Racial Discrimination Fear & Anxiety Social Justice

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

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Details

Book Length

88 pages

13,425 words

1h 30m read-aloud

ISBN: 0811472302
Pages: 88
Publisher: Raintree
Published: 1993
Type: Nonfiction
Word Count: 13,425
Read-Aloud: ~1h 30m
Text Density: Standard

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Central High School20th CenturySchool IntegrationArkansasLittle RockAfrican American StudentsEducationAfrican AmericansCivil RightsRace RelationsBlacksAfrican American High School StudentsAfro-AmericansSegregation in Education

Places

ArkansasLittle RockLittle Rock (Ark.)