Horrible History of the World (newspaper Edition)
Terry Deary
Horrible History of the World (newspaper Edition)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Terry Deary
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Blood drips from a samurai’s sword while a secret sport unfolds in the shadows. Suddenly, a mysterious cake appears—made from poisoned bath-water! What will happen next in this wild and wacky history adventure?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This humorous and engaging book presents history through vivid, sometimes gory tales spanning from Neanderthals to twentieth-century soldiers. Aimed at early readers aged 5-8, it uses humor to make historical facts accessible and entertaining. Parents should note the book includes graphic historical descriptions typical of the Horrible Histories series, but these are presented in a lighthearted, educational manner.
For Parents
Content Intensity
8MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780702326530
- Pages
- 93
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 2023
- Type
- Nonfiction