What reading level is Maryland?

Maryland by Craig A. Doherty is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Maryland appropriate for?

Maryland is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9MT (Moderate — Thematic).

What genre is Maryland?

Maryland is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Maryland have any content warnings?

Maryland has a HootRating of 9MT (Moderate — Thematic). 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 Maryland?

Maryland by Craig A. Doherty is 112 pages.

Maryland

Craig A. Doherty

Maryland

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Craig A. Doherty

Reading Level 4-5 9MT 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Maryland isn’t just a place on the map—it’s where brave settlers, daring explorers, and fierce fighters shaped a new world. From secret battles on the Chesapeake Bay to the tough lives of early farmers, this story shows how Maryland helped build America’s future. Discover the hidden history that makes this colony unforgettable.

Themes

Historical Adventure Science & Nature Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction book provides an engaging overview of Maryland’s colonial period through the Revolutionary War, combining narrative with factual elements such as photographs, maps, and timelines. It covers early exploration, Native American civilizations, colonial life, and key historical events like the Battle of Brandywine and privateering during the war. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers educational content with some complex historical themes but no graphic or mature material.