What reading level is Mae Jemison?

Mae Jemison by Magdalena Alagna is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Mae Jemison appropriate for?

Mae Jemison is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear).

What genre is Mae Jemison?

Mae Jemison is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Mae Jemison have any content warnings?

Mae Jemison has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Mae Jemison?

Mae Jemison by Magdalena Alagna is 112 pages.

Mae Jemison

Magdalena Alagna

Mae Jemison

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The First African American Woman in Space

by Magdalena Alagna

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

Mae Jemison broke barriers as the first African American woman in space, showing that dreams bigger than the stars are possible. Her journey from curious child to astronaut proves that determination and courage can launch you beyond limits. Discover why her story still inspires explorers everywhere.

Themes

BiographyScience & NatureAstronautsTechnologyInspiration

Quick Assessment

This biography introduces children ages 9-12 to Mae Jemison, the pioneering African American astronaut. It highlights her early life, education, and the challenges she overcame to achieve her historic spaceflight. The book is suitable for middle-grade readers and emphasizes themes of perseverance, science, and breaking barriers.

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.

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Details

Book Length

112 pages

ISBN: 9780823938780
Pages: 112
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Published: September 2003
Type: Nonfiction

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

TechnologyAeronautics, Astronautics & Space ScienceBiography & AutobiographyScience & TechnologyAstronautsJemison, Mae,Cultural HeritageJemison, MaeAfrican American Women AstronautsUnited States1956-African American Women AstronaAfrican AmericansWomenAstronautics, BiographyAfrican Americans, Biography