From Slave to Abolitionist
Alice Fleming
From Slave to Abolitionist
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
From Slave to Statesman
by Alice Fleming
The text is written at a 4th 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
What if you escaped from slavery and then used your voice to change the world? Imagine standing up to injustice as a brave speaker and writer, fighting for freedom and equal rights. But can one person’s courage truly spark a revolution?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book tells the inspiring true story of William Wells Brown, a runaway slave who became a powerful abolitionist, orator, and advocate for women's rights during the 19th century. Suitable for readers ages 9-12, it provides historical context about slavery and the fight for freedom in the United States, with age-appropriate language and themes. Parents should be aware that it addresses difficult subjects like slavery and discrimination in a sensitive, educational manner.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9789992039410
- Pages
- 118
- Publisher
- The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
- Published
- January 1993
- Type
- Fiction