Insanity of It All
Victor R. Gigante-Hueber
Insanity of It All
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Victor R. Gigante-Hueber
Illustrated by Micheil O'Rourke Cole
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
What if you could step back in time and join a wild group of soldiers during the Civil War? Imagine the chaos of battles at Antietam and Gettysburg mixed with the funny antics of Private Dibleydop and Colonel Gossard. But can their crazy adventures help you understand the true meaning of this important part of history?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This historical fiction book blends real Civil War events with humorous fictional characters to engage middle-grade readers. It offers an educational perspective on the battles of Antietam and Gettysburg while exploring American heritage through entertaining storytelling. Appropriate for ages 9-12, it balances historical facts with lighthearted humor without intense content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
The American Civil War
Civil War Society
The American Civil War
Civil War Society
The American Civil War
Civil War Society
The American Civil War
Civil War Society
Chancellorsville to Appomattox
Corinne J. Naden
Chancellorsville to Appomattox
Corinne J. Naden
Untold History of the Civil War Set (Untold History of the Civil War)
Victor Brooks
Untold History of the Civil War Set (Untold History of the Civil War)
Victor Brooks
The Battle of Gettysburg (Turning Points in American History)
Vincent J. Coffey
The Battle of Gettysburg (Turning Points in American History)
Vincent J. Coffey
The American Civil War
Civil War Society
The American Civil War
Civil War Society
Details
- ISBN
- 9780613962766
- Publisher
- Tandem Library
- Published
- March 2002
- Type
- Fiction