What reading level is Having Our Say?

Having Our Say by Sarah Louise Delany is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Having Our Say appropriate for?

Having Our Say is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Racial Discrimination.

What genre is Having Our Say?

Having Our Say is nonfiction — African Americans.

Does Having Our Say have any content warnings?

Having Our Say has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Racial Discrimination. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Having Our Say?

Having Our Say by Sarah Louise Delany is 299 pages.

Having Our Say

Sarah Louise Delany

Having Our Say

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years

by Sarah Louise Delany

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

These two sisters lived through a time when many doors were closed to African American women—yet they opened their own. They became successful professionals during the vibrant Harlem Renaissance, showing what courage and determination can achieve. Their story proves that breaking barriers changes history forever.

Themes

HistoricalPeople of ColorWomenBiography / AutobiographyComing of Age Family

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction novel follows two African American sisters who reflect on their lives and achievements during the Harlem Renaissance. It offers a rich exploration of race, gender, and professional success in early 20th-century America, suitable for teens aged 13-18. Parents should note themes of social challenges and perseverance but no graphic content.