What reading level is Harriet Tubman?

Harriet Tubman by Susan K. Baumann is at a Level 3-4 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Harriet Tubman appropriate for?

Harriet Tubman is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8IP (Intense — Physical). Content flags: Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Torture, Physical Danger, Animal Death, Vomiting, Spitting.

What genre is Harriet Tubman?

Harriet Tubman is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction. Part of the Jr. Graphic African-American History; PowerKids Press series.

How many pages is Harriet Tubman?

Harriet Tubman by Susan K. Baumann is 24 pages (approximately 1,723 words).

Reviewed by HootRated editorial · Last updated May 18, 2026

Harriet Tubman

Susan K. Baumann

Harriet Tubman

Q: Does Harriet Tubman have any content warnings?

Harriet Tubman has a HootRating of 8IP (Intense — Physical). Content flags include: Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Torture, Physical Danger, Animal Death, Vomiting, Spitting. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan K. Baumann

Jr. Graphic African-American History; PowerKids Press

Reading Level 3-4 8IP 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.

Why we rated Harriet Tubman 8IP

Harriet Tubman is written at a Level 3-4 reading level across 24 pages (approximately 1,723 words). Strong independent readers around grade 4.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Harriet Tubman works for readers up to grade 5.5.

Read aloud, Harriet Tubman takes about 11 minutes, which fits within a single read-aloud session.

We rate Harriet Tubman as 8IP ("Intense — Physical") because the content sits in the "Intense" range — intense conflict including peril, frightening scenes, or emotionally heavy themes. The strongest signals come from physical peril — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.

Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Torture, Physical Danger, Animal Death, Vomiting, Spitting.

Thematically, Harriet Tubman explores african american women, underground railroad, history, courage, and freedom — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
✓ Reluctant readers who need fast-paced, hook-heavy stories to stay engaged.
✓ Readers ready to talk through themes after they finish — there's enough substance for a meaningful conversation.
✓ Kids drawn to stories about african american women, underground railroad, history.
✓ Readers who fall hard for one book and want a long series to live in — there is one more book in the Jr. Graphic African-American History; PowerKids Press series.
✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.

Maybe not for

! Sensitive readers who get overwhelmed by intense conflict or scary scenes.
! Children younger than 5-8 — the content intensity is above what most younger kids can process comfortably.
! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.
! Children currently coping with grief — the themes may hit close to home.