Flags of our fathers

Bradley, James

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Flags of our fathers

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Young People's Edition

by Bradley, James

Reading Level 8-9 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 11+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Discover the incredible story of six Marines whose bravery during the fierce battle of Iwo Jima helped shape history. Witness their courage as they face intense combat to raise the American flag, a moment that became a powerful symbol of hope and sacrifice during World War II. This gripping narrative honors the real heroes behind the famous photograph and reveals the true costs of war.

Themes

HistoricalFamilyCourageMilitary HistorySacrifice

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 8-9 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include realistic violence, physical danger, loss & grief. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Realistic Violence Physical Danger Loss & Grief War & Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

211 pages
49,551 words
5h 30m read-aloud
ISBN
0440229200
Pages
211
Publisher
Laurel Leaf
Published
2005
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
49,551
Read-Aloud
~5h 30m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Rosenthal, Joe,1911-2006United StatesMarine CorpsIwo Jima, Battle Of, Japan, 1945Photographs20th CenturyMarinesWorld War, 1939-1945CampaignsIwo Jima, Battle Of, 1945United States. Marine CorpsPhotographyNonfictionIwo Jima, Battle Offastfst00980908World Warfastfst01180924Large Type BooksWorld War1939-1945United States, Marine Corps, BiographyWorld War, 1939-1945, Pictorial WorksSchlachtErlebnisberichtWorld War, 1939-1945, Photography

People

Joe Rosenthal (1911-)Joe Rosenthal (1911-2006)John Henry Bradley (1923-1994)

Places

United States