Illiteracy in America
Edward F. Dolan
Illiteracy in America
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Edward F. Dolan
The text is written at a 9th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Explore the challenges and changes in literacy across America, uncovering the reasons behind shifting reading skills and the efforts to improve them. Discover inspiring stories of volunteer programs and learn how people are working together to make reading accessible for everyone. This eye-opening journey shows how literacy shapes lives and communities.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 9-10 book with gentle content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0531111784
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Franklin Watts
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 25,667
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 51m
- Text Density
- Standard