I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944 (I Survived #18)

Lauren Tarshis

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I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944 (I Survived #18)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lauren Tarshis

I Survived · Book 18

Reading Level 4-5 9ME 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

Paul lives in a village trapped by war, where hope feels as scarce as food. But when an American paratrooper appears with a daring plan, Paul discovers that even one boy can change history. What will it take for him to turn fear into courage in the biggest battle of World War II?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction follows eleven-year-old Paul during the Battle of D-Day, highlighting the challenges of war, friendship, and bravery. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story sensitively addresses themes of loss, fear, and resilience without graphic violence. It also includes nonfiction backmatter to educate readers about the real events of the Normandy invasion.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

105 pages
ISBN
9781338317404
Pages
105
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
2019-01-29
Type
Fiction

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