What reading level is I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863?

I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863 by Lauren Tarshis is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863 appropriate for?

I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863 is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863?

I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863 is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863 have any content warnings?

I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863 has a HootRating of 8ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863?

I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863 by Lauren Tarshis is 88 pages.

I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863

Lauren Tarshis

I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg 1863

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lauren Tarshis

Reading Level 3 8ME Ages 5-8 Heads Up

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

The sharp crack of muskets fills the air, mixed with the smoky scent of campfires and the crunch of footsteps on dusty ground. Thomas and his sister Birdie have escaped to freedom, but now they march alongside soldiers toward a huge, scary battle. Will Thomas find the courage he needs when the biggest fight of the war begins?

Themes

Historical FamilyCourageAdventure Coming of Age Social Justice

Quick Assessment

Set during the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863, this historical fiction follows Thomas and his sister Birdie, who have fled slavery and join a Union regiment. It offers young readers an accessible introduction to a pivotal moment in American history, blending adventure with themes of courage and hope. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8, the book handles war-related events gently and with sensitivity.