What reading level is Lightning Time?

Lightning Time by Douglas Rees is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Lightning Time appropriate for?

Lightning Time is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Historical Conflict, Violence, Social Justice.

What genre is Lightning Time?

Lightning Time is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Lightning Time have any content warnings?

Lightning Time has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Historical Conflict, Violence, Social Justice. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Lightning Time?

Lightning Time by Douglas Rees is 166 pages (approximately 39,969 words).

Lightning Time

Douglas Rees

Lightning Time

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by Douglas Rees

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) 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

Set in 1859, a young boy named Theodore joins a daring raid led by the passionate abolitionist John Brown at Harper's Ferry. As Theodore navigates his bonds with family and the fiery Brown, he uncovers the complexities of courage and conviction on the brink of the Civil War. This story offers an engaging glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history through a young hero's eyes.

Themes

Historical Coming of Age Family Social Justice Multicultural

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include historical conflict, violence, social justice. Written for readers ages 9-12.