Harriet Tubman

Susan K. Baumann

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Harriet Tubman

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan K. Baumann

Jr. Graphic African-American History; PowerKids Press

Reading Level 3-4 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 5-8 Heads Up Page-Turner

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Journey alongside Harriet Tubman as she bravely breaks free from slavery and embarks on daring missions to guide others to safety. Through vivid illustrations and a compelling timeline, young readers will discover the courage and determination that shaped history.

Themes

African American WomenUnderground RailroadHistoryCourageFreedomGraphic Novels

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. 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 Animal Death Vomiting Spitting
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

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

24 pages
1,723 words
11m read-aloud
ISBN
9781477713129
Pages
24
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Published
2014
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,723
Read-Aloud
~11 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

African American WomenUnderground RailroadGraphic NovelsCartoons and ComicsSlavesComic Books, StripsAfrican AmericansWomen