Landslide!

Dan Gutman

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Landslide!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Kid's Guide to the U.S. Elections

by Dan Gutman

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The crackle of the crowd fills the air, buzzing with excitement and nerves as every vote counts. Imagine the colors, the cheers, and the surprises that come with choosing a new leader. What secrets will the election reveal about how America makes its biggest decisions?

Themes

PoliticsElectionsCivicsEducationQuestions and Answers

Quick Assessment

This informative fiction book explains the U.S. presidential election process through a clear question-and-answer format, making complex topics accessible for middle-grade readers. Suitable for ages 9-12, it introduces political concepts and election mechanics without heavy conflict or mature themes. Parents can expect an educational resource that encourages curiosity about government and civic responsibility.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

113 pages
ISBN
9780689835919
Pages
113
Publisher
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Published
2000
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

PresidentsUnited StatesElectionMiscellaneaElectionsPolitics, PracticalQuestions and AnswersPractical Politics

Places

United States