Roads--from footpaths to thruways

Charles Hugh Doherty

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Roads--from footpaths to thruways

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Charles Hugh Doherty

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

Hear the crunch of gravel beneath your feet and the distant rumble of wagon wheels on dusty trails. Imagine the journey from narrow footpaths to wide, bustling highways that connect cities and people. Every road has a story to tell, winding through time and change, carrying dreams and adventures.

Quick Assessment

This book explores the fascinating history of roads, tracing their evolution from simple footpaths to modern highways. It includes clear explanations of surveying and road-building techniques suitable for middle-grade readers. The content is age-appropriate and educational, with a focus on historical development and engineering.

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

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

110 pages
ISBN
0840762283
Pages
110
Publisher
Thomas Nelson Publishers
Published
1972
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Roads