Hoover Dam

Craig A. Doherty

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Hoover Dam

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Craig A. Doherty

Reading Level K-1 5C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a kindergarten reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The Hoover Dam is one of the biggest and strongest dams ever built! Discover how people used amazing machines and clever ideas to build it, holding back mighty waters. This story shows why the dam is so important for the land and people around it.

Quick Assessment

This early reader introduces young children to the Hoover Dam, focusing on its history, basic engineering, and construction processes. The book is appropriate for ages 5-8 and uses simple language to explain complex concepts, making it an educational resource for early learners interested in history and engineering. It contains no sensitive content and is suitable for classroom or home reading.

For Parents

Content Intensity

5C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

48 pages
ISBN
1567111076
Pages
48
Publisher
Blackbirch Press, Incorporated
Published
1995
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Hoover DamColorado River

Places

Hoover Dam (Ariz. and Nev.)Colorado River (Colo.-Mexico)