History of Us (11 Volume Set)
Joy Hakim
History of Us (11 Volume Set)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Joy Hakim
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
The story of America between two world wars is more thrilling than you think! Discover how leaders, artists, and everyday heroes shaped a nation full of surprises and challenges. Their actions still echo today, changing the world in ways you never imagined.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This 11-volume set offers a comprehensive overview of United States history from 1918 to 1945, targeting middle-grade readers. It highlights significant political figures, cultural icons, and pivotal events, providing an accessible and engaging historical perspective. The content is appropriate for ages 9-12, with no intense or graphic material, making it suitable for classroom or home learning.
Why we rated History of Us (11 Volume Set) 9LE
History of Us (11 Volume Set) is written at a Level 4-5 reading level. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, History of Us (11 Volume Set) works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate History of Us (11 Volume Set) as 9LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, History of Us (11 Volume Set) explores history - united states, juvenile nonfiction, and education — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about history - united states, juvenile nonfiction, education.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780195160567
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, USA
- Published
- November 28, 2002
- Type
- Nonfiction