Life During the Great Depression
Wendy H. Lanier
Life During the Great Depression
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Wendy H. Lanier
Core Library; Daily Life in US History
The text is written at a 5th 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
Discover what life was really like for families during the Great Depression, from the foods they ate to the clothes they wore and how children went to school. Journey back in time to explore everyday experiences and challenges faced by Americans in this difficult era. Engaging facts, primary sources, and activities bring history to life for curious young readers.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781624036262
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Core Library
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 4,053
- Read-Aloud
- ~27 min
- Text Density
- Light Text