What reading level is Pearl Harbor Warriors?

Pearl Harbor Warriors by Dorinda Makanaonalani Stagner Nicholson is at a Level 6-7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Pearl Harbor Warriors appropriate for?

Pearl Harbor Warriors is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: War & Conflict, Loss & Grief, Historical.

What genre is Pearl Harbor Warriors?

Pearl Harbor Warriors is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Pearl Harbor Warriors have any content warnings?

Pearl Harbor Warriors has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: War & Conflict, Loss & Grief, Historical. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Pearl Harbor Warriors?

Pearl Harbor Warriors by Dorinda Makanaonalani Stagner Nicholson is 28 pages (approximately 4,189 words).

Pearl Harbor Warriors

Dorinda Makanaonalani Stagner Nicholson

Pearl Harbor Warriors

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Bugler, the Pilot, the Friendship

by Dorinda Makanaonalani Stagner Nicholson

Illustrated by Larry Nicholson

Reading Level 6-7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Rich Discussion

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

Two veterans from opposite sides of World War II—a brave American Marine and a skilled Japanese pilot—find their lives connected by the historic events at Pearl Harbor. Decades later, their journey comes full circle as they meet again to share stories of courage, loss, and forgiveness. This heartfelt tale explores the power of understanding and peace after conflict.

Themes

World WarFriendship Family Historical Social Justice

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include war & conflict, loss & grief, historical. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate

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Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

War & Conflict Loss & Grief Historical

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

7/10

Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.

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Details

Book Length

28 pages

4,189 words

28m read-aloud

ISBN: 0931503051
Pages: 28
Publisher: Woodson House Publishing
Published: December 2001
Type: Nonfiction
Word Count: 4,189
Read-Aloud: ~28 min
Text Density: Light Text

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

World War, 1939-1945HawaiiPearl Harbor, Attack On, 1941Personal NarrativesPearl Harbor, Attack Onfastfst01056083World Warfastfst01180924USS Arizona Memorial