Little Rock girl 1957
Shelley Tougas
Little Rock girl 1957
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
How a Photograph Changed the Fight for Integration
by Shelley Tougas
Captured History
The text is written at a 7th 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
Experience the bravery of nine African-American students as they face fierce opposition while attending a previously all-white high school in 1957 Arkansas. This story reveals how a powerful photograph captured their courage and helped shine a light on the fight for civil rights. It offers a moving glimpse into a pivotal moment in history that changed the nation forever.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 7 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include racial discrimination, fear & anxiety. 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
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780756544409
- Pages
- 64
- Publisher
- Capstone
- Published
- 2012
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 8,008
- Read-Aloud
- ~53 min
- Text Density
- Light Text