Harriet Tubman

Monica Rausch

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Harriet Tubman

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Monica Rausch

Great Americans

Reading Level 4-5 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 5-8 Heads Up Page-Turner Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Discover the courageous journey of Harriet Tubman, a fearless woman who escaped slavery and bravely guided many others to freedom through the Underground Railroad. Experience her strength and determination as she fights for justice and changes history forever. This inspiring tale brings to light the bravery and hope of one of America's greatest heroes.

Themes

HistoricalSocial JusticeFamilyCourageAfrican American History

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include child abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault. Written for readers ages 5-8.

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

Child Abuse Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Torture Physical Danger Illness & Injury
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

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

Discussion Potential

7/10

Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

25 pages
1,059 words
7m read-aloud
ISBN
9780836876864
Pages
25
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Published
2007
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,059
Read-Aloud
~7 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

Tubman, Harriet,1820?-1913African American WomenAfrican AmericansSlavesUnited StatesUnderground Railroad