Gladiators

Paul Hoblin

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Gladiators

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Paul Hoblin

Core Library; Great Warriors (ABDO)

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 5th 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

Step into the thrilling world of ancient Rome where gladiators fought with courage and skill in grand arenas. Discover their daily lives, the weapons they wielded, and how their legacy lives on in modern sports like wrestling. This exciting journey brings history to life for young readers eager to explore the past.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

10/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
3,442 words
23m read-aloud
ISBN
9781617837227
Pages
48
Publisher
ABDO
Published
2013
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
3,442
Read-Aloud
~23 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

GladiatorsAthletesRome, HistoryRome

Places

Rome