History of Slavery (Watts Library)

Franklin Watts

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History of Slavery (Watts Library)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Franklin Watts

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Hear the creak of wooden ships and the whispers of distant lands as the story of slavery unfolds across centuries and continents. Feel the weight of history as it reveals how slavery shaped ancient kingdoms and modern nations alike. This journey through time leaves a powerful mark on our understanding of the world.

Themes

HistorySocial StudiesHuman RightsCultural ImpactEducation

Quick Assessment

This nonfiction book offers a comprehensive overview of slavery's history, covering ancient civilizations through to modern times. It is appropriate for middle-grade readers and provides important historical context with sensitivity, making it suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note the book addresses challenging topics like forced labor and human rights but does so in an age-appropriate manner.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Emotional: Loss & Grief Social: Poverty & Hardship
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780531192870
Publisher
Franklin Watts
Published
September 2000
Type
Fiction

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