What reading level is Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement)?

Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement) by Sharman Apt Russell is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What genre is Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement)?

Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement) is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement) have any content warnings?

Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement) has a HootRating of 9MS (Moderate — Social). 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 Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement)?

Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement) by Sharman Apt Russell is 144 pages.

Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement)

Sharman Apt Russell

Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement)

Q: What age is Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement) appropriate for?

Frederick Douglass (Black Americans of Achievement) is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 9MS (Moderate — Social).

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sharman Apt Russell

Reading Level 4-5 9MS Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What does it take to break free from chains that bind you? Imagine escaping a life of slavery to become a powerful voice for freedom and justice. How did Frederick Douglass rise from hardship to inspire a nation?

Themes

Biography: generalAfrican American abolitionistsHistorySocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This biography explores the life of Frederick Douglass, an escaped slave who became a leading abolitionist, orator, and writer in 19th-century America. Suitable for young readers aged 13 to 18, it offers an accessible introduction to his remarkable achievements and the historical context of slavery and the fight for freedom. The book handles themes of oppression and resilience with sensitivity appropriate for middle and high school audiences.