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Rise

Nel Yomtov

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Rise

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

1978

by Nel Yomtov

Reading Level 3 8MS Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What does it take to keep fighting for fairness and freedom? After big changes in history, brave people stood tall to rise up for their rights. But how far will they go to make sure everyone is treated equally?

Themes

HistoryUnited StatesAfrican American & BlackPeople & PlacesJuvenile Nonfiction

Quick Assessment

Rise continues to explore key moments in the Civil Rights Movement following 1965, using narrative nonfiction to introduce young readers to this important period in American history. Photographs throughout help bring the stories to life, making complex social issues accessible for ages 5-8. The book is suitable for early readers and handles historical themes thoughtfully without graphic content.

Why we rated Rise 8MS

Rise is written at a Level 3 reading level across 96 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Rise works for readers up to grade 5.0.

We rate Rise as 8MS ("Moderate — Social") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. The strongest signals come from social complexity — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.

Thematically, Rise explores history, united states, african american & black, people & places, and juvenile nonfiction — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
  • Kids drawn to stories about history, united states, african american & black.
  • Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.

Maybe not for

  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8MS — Moderate — Social
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

96 pages
ISBN
9781338837650
Pages
96
Publisher
Franklin Watts
Published
2023
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

United StatesPeople & PlacesAfrican American & BlackSocial TopicsCivil & Human Rights