Martin Luther King, Jr.
John F. Wukovits
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by John F. Wukovits
The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Explore the journey of a courageous leader who dedicated his life to justice and equality. From his early years to his powerful role in the civil rights movement, discover the challenges he faced and the legacy he left behind. This inspiring story highlights the impact one person can have on history.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 8-9 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, social justice, racial discrimination. Written for readers ages 13+.
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
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
- 1560064838
- Pages
- 112
- Publisher
- Lucent Books
- Published
- 1999
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 26,235
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 55m
- Text Density
- Standard