Joan of Arc

Susan Banfield

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Joan of Arc

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan Banfield

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

Joan of Arc was just a peasant girl, but she changed history by leading an army! She faced incredible challenges, from battles to being accused of witchcraft, proving courage can come from the most unexpected places. Her story shows how one brave voice can echo through time.

Themes

HistorySaintsComing of AgeCourage

Quick Assessment

This historical fiction book tells the story of Joan of Arc, a young peasant girl who led the French army during the Hundred Years' War and was later canonized as a saint. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it covers themes of bravery, faith, and historical conflict with sensitivity appropriate for ages 9-12. Parents should note the depiction of Joan's trial and execution, which may prompt thoughtful discussions.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

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

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Loss & Grief Historical
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
7
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

111 pages
ISBN
9780877545569
Pages
111
Publisher
Chelsea House
Published
1988
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

SaintsChristian SaintsWomen

People

Joan of Arc, Saint (1412-1431)

Places

France