What reading level is Human Legacy?

Human Legacy by Leon Festinger is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Human Legacy appropriate for?

Human Legacy is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Environmental Impact, Technology and Society.

What genre is Human Legacy?

Human Legacy is nonfiction — Social Science.

Does Human Legacy have any content warnings?

Human Legacy has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Environmental Impact, Technology and Society. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Human Legacy?

Human Legacy by Leon Festinger is 216 pages.

Human Legacy

Leon Festinger

Human Legacy

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Leon Festinger

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

Humans have changed the world in ways no one expected—building machines that make life easier but also create huge problems. Imagine living in a world where every invention brings new challenges, and the future depends on how we solve them. This story shows why understanding our past is the key to shaping what comes next.

Themes

History - GeneralScience & Nature Social Justice Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Human Legacy explores the evolution of humanity from physical, social, and psychological perspectives, highlighting how technological advancements have led to complex societal challenges. Aimed at young adults, this nonfiction-style fiction encourages critical thinking about environmental impact and human progress. Suitable for teens, it offers thoughtful content with no graphic material but discusses significant themes like technology's unintended consequences.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild

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Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Environmental Impact Technology and Society

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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.

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Level 8 Gentle

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Details

Book Length

216 pages

ISBN: 9780030937767
Pages: 216
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Published: April 30, 2007
Type: Nonfiction

Genres

Social Science