Little Bighorn, June 25, 1876
Brendan January
Little Bighorn, June 25, 1876
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Brendan January
The text is written at a 6th 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
Journey back to the day when the Lakota and Cheyenne warriors faced the U.S. Army in a battle that changed history forever. Discover the rich lives of the Plains Indians, the clash with settlers moving west, and the powerful aftermath that reshaped their world. Filled with maps, illustrations, and fascinating facts, this story brings to life a pivotal moment that still captivates today.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include war & conflict, loss & grief, poverty & hardship. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
7/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 1592700284
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Enchanted Lion Books
- Published
- 2004
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 6,259
- Read-Aloud
- ~42 min
- Text Density
- Standard